CARLOS J. FERNANDEZ SANTOS M.D. – NPI #1649566977
Ophthalmology
An ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.
CARLOS FERNANDEZ SANTOS is an ophthalmologist located in CAGUAS, PR. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1649566977 to CARLOS FERNANDEZ SANTOS on June 24, 2011. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. With multiple taxonomy codes selected, the primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 207WX0107X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Ophthalmology, specializing in Retina Specialist
The NPI profile was previously updated about 3 years ago on Aug 04, 2023. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for CARLOS FERNANDEZ SANTOS below.
NPI Profile for
CARLOS J. FERNANDEZ SANTOS
(about 15 years ago)
PR-1 CALLE SAKURA, STE 245
CAGUAS, PR 00725-0072 Phone: (787) 641-3030 Fax:
1 Other location(s):
HOSP. SAN CRISTOBAL
PONCE, PR 00726-0072
Phone: (787) 651-4801
Fax: (787) 651-4802
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A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.
| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 207WX0107X - Ophthalmology / Retina Specialist (Primary) |
PR | 19484 |
| 207W00000X - Ophthalmology |
PR | 19484 |
The taxonomy codes are selected by the provider at the time of NPI registration. Selection of a taxonomy code does not replace any credentialing or validation process that the provider requesting the code should complete.
Additional Information
- Refer to Part B
- Order Durable Medical Equipment
- Refer to Home Health Agency
- Order Power Mobility Devices
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