Rafael Hector Valdespino, M.D.
With over 42 years in internal medicine, Rafael Hector Valdespino, M.D. is a long-established internist in Hialeah. He has been practicing since 2008 — over 42 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes. CMS MIPS quality score: 93.75/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 31% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Uses generic medications more than 22% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Federal MIPS score higher than 83% of MIPS-scored doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
777 E 25th St Ste 419 Hialeah, Hialeah, FL 33013-3835
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 83% of doctors in Florida on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202393.75/100
Florida avg: 82.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.2 pts)
Better than 83% of MIPS-scored doctors in FloridaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.38%
Florida avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.7 pts)
1.38% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better80.1%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
211
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
146
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,016
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $129k
Percentile rankings compared against 5,053 reporting peers in Florida.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.34 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
42 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 501329
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Rafael Hector Valdespino
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Rafael Hector Valdespino for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Hialeah required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rafael Hector Valdespino
Dr. Valdespino is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Hialeah, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (305) 667-9519.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
777 E 25th St Ste 419 Hialeah, Hialeah, FL 33013-3835
Mailing Address
777 E 25th St Ste 419 Hialeah, Hialeah, FL 33013-3835
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