Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Hiram Rivera Montes, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Vega Baja, PR
- NPI 1316966005
- Accepts Medicare
- 35 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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Hospital Wilma N Vazquez, Carr 2 Km 39.5 Suite 105
Vega Baja, PR 006934140
(787) 855-9281
fax (787) 807-6439 - Mailing address
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Urb. Jacaguax Num 82 Calle 4
Juana Diaz, PR 007951513
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 14, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Puerto Rico #12012
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1316966005. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
787
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$19,391
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 530 | 43 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 145 | 53 | $87 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 93 | 40 | $56 | |
20552 |
Injection of trigger points, 1-2 muscles | 19 | 16 | $51 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 196. This provider delivers 4.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$47
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen Inc. | 2 | $46.52 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
7,057
Patients
1,969
Total drug cost
$98,656
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 1,630 | 382 | $11,125 |
| Diclofenac Potassium | Generic | 1,013 | 286 | $23,941 |
| Baclofen | Generic | 752 | 237 | $5,117 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 513 | 183 | $11,906 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 462 | 142 | $2,676 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 412 | 102 | $17,289 |
| Nabumetone | Generic | 354 | 94 | $3,741 |
| Sulindac | Generic | 344 | 107 | $3,083 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 337 | 81 | $2,403 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 306 | 90 | $1,463 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Hiram Rivera Montes's medical specialty?
Dr. Hiram Rivera Montes practices Rheumatology Physician in Vega Baja, PR.
Where does Dr. Hiram Rivera Montes practice?
Dr. Hiram Rivera Montes practices at Hospital Wilma N Vazquez, Vega Baja, PR 006934140. Office phone: 7878559281.
What is Dr. Hiram Rivera Montes's NPI?
Dr. Hiram Rivera Montes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316966005, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Hiram Rivera Montes accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Hiram Rivera Montes accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Hiram Rivera Montes commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.