Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Jose Melendez, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Vega Alta, PR
- NPI 1386776862
- Accepts Medicare
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2 Centro Gran Caribe
Vega Alta, PR 006926756
(787) 858-0725 - Mailing address
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Po Box 1481
Vega Alta, PR 006921481
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 26, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Puerto Rico #9994
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1386776862. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
68
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$6,140
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 31 | 18 | $89 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 21 | 18 | $14 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 16 | 16 | $192 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Vega Alta Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 22. This provider delivers 3.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$152
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, INC. | 2 | $88.12 | |
| Zoll Services LLC (A/K/A Zoll LifeCor Corp) | 2 | $47.08 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 1 | $16.41 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,571
Patients
519
Total drug cost
$80,130
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 340 | 117 | $1,686 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 263 | 89 | $3,037 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 131 | 47 | $1,236 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 129 | 54 | $1,915 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 105 | 36 | $63,867 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 95 | 35 | $719 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 86 | 28 | $881 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 74 | 24 | $298 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 73 | 22 | $440 |
| Isosorbide Mononitrate ER (Isosorbide Mononitrate) | Brand | 63 | 16 | $576 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Jose Melendez's medical specialty?
Dr. Jose Melendez practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Vega Alta, PR.
Where does Dr. Jose Melendez practice?
Dr. Jose Melendez practices at 2 Centro Gran Caribe, Vega Alta, PR 006926756. Office phone: 7878580725.
What is Dr. Jose Melendez's NPI?
Dr. Jose Melendez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386776862, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Jose Melendez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Jose Melendez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Jose Melendez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report (HCPCS 93000); Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function (HCPCS 93306). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.