2026 NPPES data Specialist NPI 1548257421 MD
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MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD

Specialist in CAROLINA, 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
477
Medicare Part D claims · 97 beneficiaries · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
52%
generic claims · 48% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD filed 477 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Specialist in CAROLINA, Puerto Rico, prescribing 52% generic.

477
Part D claims, 2023
52%
generic prescribing

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MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

477 Top 38% higher than 62% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Below this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). This entry sits in this band. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

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Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/05/2005

NPI 1548257421

Primary specialty

Specialist

High-volume

69,658 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

477 68% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,474

Specialty distribution in Puerto Rico

How Specialist compares to other specialties among Puerto Rico providers

Puerto Rico providers

Specialist share within Puerto Rico

1. Specialist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Specialist share within Puerto Rico

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Specialist) — 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.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding MD credentials at CARRETERA 3, KM. 8.3, AVE. 65 DE INFANTERIA, CAROLINA, PR, 00984, with a listed phone of (787) 757-1800. NPI 1548257421 was issued on 10/05/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ 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 477 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 97 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $84K in drug spend, split 48% brand-name and 52% generic by claim count. 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.

Specialist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 69,658 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,474 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

CARRETERA 3, KM. 8.3, AVE. 65 DE INFANTERIA
CAROLINA, PR 00984

Provider Details

NPI 1548257421
Specialty Specialist
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/05/2005

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

RECINTO DE CIENCIAS MEDICAS
CAROLINA, PR

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD — brand share 48.0%
Specialty average (est.)

48% brand-name claims vs 52% generic, on 477 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.

477
Total Claims
$84K
Total Drug Cost
97
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
520
Total Day Supply
14,277
Brand vs Generic
48% brand / 52% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$75K
Generic Drug Cost
$9K
Antibiotic Claims
15

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
71.3 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.73
Gender Split
67% female / 33% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

What MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD prescribes most

Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023

claims
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File As of 2023
Drug Claims
Montelukast Sodium
115
Albuterol Sulfate Hfa
Albuterol Sulfate
97
Flovent Hfa
Fluticasone Propionate
46
Trelegy Ellipta
Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanter
41
Advair Diskus
Fluticasone Propion/Salmeterol
22
Fluticasone Propionate
19
Breo Ellipta
Fluticasone/Vilanterol
16
Theophylline Er
Theophylline Anhydrous
13
Anoro Ellipta
Umeclidinium Brm/Vilanterol Tr
12
Azithromycin
11

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

Specialist Overview

How MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.

69,658
Specialist Providers in US
55
States with Specialist
1,474
Avg Claims per Provider

MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD's 477 claims are below the specialty average of 1,474.

Nearby Specialist Providers in Puerto Rico

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Puerto Rico, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ.

Compare Specialist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD's specialty?
MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD specializes in Specialist and practices in CAROLINA, Puerto Rico. Credentials: MD.
How much does MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD wrote 477 Medicare Part D claims totaling $84K in drug costs for 97 beneficiaries.
Where is MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD located?
MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD is located at CARRETERA 3, KM. 8.3, AVE. 65 DE INFANTERIA, CAROLINA, PR, 00984. Phone: (787) 757-1800.
What is MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD's NPI number?
MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548257421, issued on 10/05/2005.
Does MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD's prescribing is 48% brand-name and 52% generic drugs by claim count, with $75K in brand drug costs.
How many Specialist providers are there in the US?
There are 69,658 Specialist providers across 55 states in the US. The average Specialist provider writes 1,474 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Montelukast Sodium, Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, Flovent Hfa. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD accept Medicare?
MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 477 Part D claims and 97 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD's credentials?
MANUEL GONZALEZ-RODRIGUEZ, MD's NPI is 1548257421 with credentials MD. 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.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

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

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