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IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D

Legal Medicine in ISABELA, Puerto Rico. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
13K
Medicare Part D claims · 572 beneficiaries · Legal Medicine avg: 3K
Generic prescribing
89%
generic claims · 11% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D is a Legal Medicine ([object Object]) practicing in ISABELA, Puerto Rico with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 13K claims across 572 beneficiaries — 11% brand-name prescribing .

What the federal data shows

IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D filed 12,812 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Legal Medicine in ISABELA, Puerto Rico, prescribing 89% generic.

13K
Part D claims, 2023
89%
generic prescribing

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IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/19/2006

NPI 1265514558

Primary specialty

Legal Medicine

Niche

1,067 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

12,812 354% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 2,821

Specialty distribution in Puerto Rico

How Legal Medicine compares to other specialties among Puerto Rico providers

Puerto Rico providers

Legal Medicine share within Puerto Rico

1. Legal Medicine42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Legal Medicine share within Puerto Rico

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Legal Medicine (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Legal Medicine ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Legal Medicine) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Legal Medicine) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

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IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D is a Legal Medicine provider practicing in ISABELA, Puerto Rico, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D. NPI: 1265514558. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Legal Medicine provider holding M.D credentials at 12 CALLE JESUS T PINERO SUITE 3, ISABELA, PR, 00662, with a listed phone of (787) 872-5860. NPI 1265514558 was issued on 10/19/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 12,812 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 572 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $469K in drug spend, split 11% brand-name and 89% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 1.3%. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Legal Medicine is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 1,067 enrolled providers across 51 states and an average of 2,821 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

12 CALLE JESUS T PINERO SUITE 3
ISABELA, PR 00662

Provider Details

NPI 1265514558
Specialty Legal Medicine
Credentials M.D
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/19/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D — brand share 11.0%
Specialty average (est.)

11% brand-name claims vs 89% generic, on 12,812 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

12,812
Total Claims
$469K
Total Drug Cost
572
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
14,744
Total Day Supply
407,323
Brand vs Generic
11% brand / 89% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$330K
Generic Drug Cost
$136K
Opioid Claims
168 (1.3% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
492

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
72.1 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.66
Gender Split
58% female / 42% male
Age Distribution
<65: 88, 65-74: 263, 75-84: 167, 85+: 54

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Atorvastatin Calcium
581
Gabapentin
548
Metformin Hcl
520
Rosuvastatin Calcium
507
Losartan Potassium
501
Synthroid
Levothyroxine Sodium
501
Famotidine
364
Amlodipine Besylate
272
Clonazepam
248
Pantoprazole Sodium
222

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Legal Medicine Overview

How IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D fits within the Legal Medicine landscape nationally.

1,067
Legal Medicine Providers in US
51
States with Legal Medicine
2,821
Avg Claims per Provider

IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D's 12,812 claims are above the specialty average of 2,821.

Nearby Legal Medicine Providers in Puerto Rico

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Puerto Rico, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ.

Compare Legal Medicine nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D's specialty?
IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D specializes in Legal Medicine and practices in ISABELA, Puerto Rico. Credentials: M.D.
How much does IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D wrote 12,812 Medicare Part D claims totaling $469K in drug costs for 572 beneficiaries.
Where is IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D located?
IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D is located at 12 CALLE JESUS T PINERO SUITE 3, ISABELA, PR, 00662. Phone: (787) 872-5860.
What is IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D's NPI number?
IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265514558, issued on 10/19/2006.
Does IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D's prescribing is 11% brand-name and 89% generic drugs by claim count, with $330K in brand drug costs.
Does IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D prescribe opioids?
Yes, IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D had 168 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 1.3%.
How many Legal Medicine providers are there in the US?
There are 1,067 Legal Medicine providers across 51 states in the US. The average Legal Medicine provider writes 2,821 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D's most frequently prescribed drugs include Atorvastatin Calcium, Gabapentin, Metformin Hcl. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D accept Medicare?
IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D appears in CMS Medicare data with 12,812 Part D claims and 572 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D's credentials?
IVAN VELAZQUEZ MUNOZ, M.D's NPI is 1265514558 with credentials M.D. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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