Dr. Rafael Perez, D.O.
General Surgery
12+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. Rafael Perez
Rafael Perez, DO is a healthcare provider practicing in Erie, PA.
Specialty Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
12
Years Experience
1
Location
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
General SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2014
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program | — | |
| Pennsylvania | OS020584 | Surgery |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Rafael Perez
With 12 years of practice, Dr. Rafael Perez is an established general surgery provider, D.O., after earning their medical degree at Other in 2014. Dr. currently practices at Erie Physicians Network-upmc Inc in Erie, Pennsylvania. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417376153, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Rafael Perez as a lower-volume general surgery provider, treating approximately 128 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 260 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Rafael Perez received $18K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are in line with specialist-level consulting and speaker-program participation.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$18K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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General Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 16507
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Rafael Perez
What does Dr. Rafael Perez specialize in?
Dr. Rafael Perez specializes in General Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Student In An Organized Health Care Education/training Program.
Where does Dr. Rafael Perez practice?
Dr. Rafael Perez practices at Erie Physicians Network-upmc Inc in Erie, Pennsylvania.
Does Dr. Rafael Perez accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Rafael Perez accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 128 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Rafael Perez's NPI number?
Dr. Rafael Perez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417376153. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Rafael Perez been practicing?
Dr. Rafael Perez has approximately 12 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2014.