Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ariana Gonzalez-Melendez, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · General Practice Physician · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · San Juan, PR
- NPI 1891157111
- Accepts Medicare
- 10 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus, Paseo Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa
San Juan, PR 00921
(787) 758-2525 - Additional location
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10 Calle Casia
San Juan, PR 009213200
(787) 641-7582
fax (787) 641-4561 - Mailing address
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Hc 3 Box 30535
Aguadilla, PR 006039173
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 23, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2016 — 10 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Puerto Rico #21141
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1891157111. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
30
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$2,692
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 30 | 21 | $90 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in this city , average services per provider: 190. This provider delivers 0.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$4,175
Transactions
25
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 15 | $3,898.77 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 2 | $116.87 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 3 | $59.97 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 3 | $58.44 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 1 | $21.40 | |
| Organon Llc | 1 | $19.26 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,844
Patients
529
Total drug cost
$350,688
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 250 | 67 | $1,695 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 238 | 63 | $3,397 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 218 | 46 | $3,745 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 203 | 43 | $6,284 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 192 | 65 | $1,180 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 130 | 22 | $2,362 |
| Baclofen | Generic | 107 | 45 | $824 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 100 | 35 | $2,534 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 86 | 25 | $419 |
| Mycophenolate Mofetil | Generic | 69 | 13 | $6,724 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ariana Gonzalez-Melendez's medical specialty?
Dr. Ariana Gonzalez-Melendez practices Rheumatology Physician in San Juan, PR.
Where does Dr. Ariana Gonzalez-Melendez practice?
Dr. Ariana Gonzalez-Melendez practices at University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, PR 00921. Office phone: 7877582525.
What is Dr. Ariana Gonzalez-Melendez's NPI?
Dr. Ariana Gonzalez-Melendez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891157111, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ariana Gonzalez-Melendez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ariana Gonzalez-Melendez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ariana Gonzalez-Melendez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.