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DR. BRUCE ELDON WHEELER MD
NPI 1053373902
Internal Medicine in Victoria, TX

Active since April 05, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2710 HOSPITAL DR, SUITE 114, VICTORIA, TX 77901(361) 578-0231 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 13, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Bruce Eldon Wheeler Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. BRUCE ELDON WHEELER MD (NPI 1053373902) is an individual internal medicine provider in Victoria, Texas, licensed in Texas (F0821) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Citizens Medical Center, and is a graduate of Indiana University School Of Medicine (1975).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1053373902
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BRUCE ELDON WHEELERCredential: MD
Location Address2710 HOSPITAL DR, SUITE 114Victoria, TX 77901-5701
Mailing Address2710 Hospital Dr, Suite 114Victoria, TX 77901-5701 · (361) 578-0231
Phone(361) 578-0231
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIndiana University School Of MedicineGraduated 1975
Enumeration DateApril 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 13, 2007
✔ NPI 1053373902 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · F0821
Definition
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.
2710 HOSPITAL DR, Victoria, TX 77901
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINC23373TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan, UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Bruce Eldon Wheeler Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID8022190966
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090416000195
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
1,190 services829 patients
Electrocardiogram (ecg) 2-day continuous with review by health care professional 93227
An Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a test that checks your heart's activity. The 2-day continuous ECG records your heart's rhythm non-stop for 48 hours. It helps to detect irregularities that may not occur during a shorter test. A healthcare professional will review the results to identify any issues.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Citizens Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Victoria, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number450023
Location2701 Hospital DriveVictoria, TX 77901 · Victoria County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

De Tar Hospital Navarro

Acute Care Hospitals · Victoria, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450147
Location506 E San Antonio StVictoria, TX 77901 · Victoria County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Yoakum Community Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Yoakum, TX
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number451346
Location1200 Carl Ramert DriveYoakum, TX 77995 · Lavaca County
Emergency services

Jackson Healthcare Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Edna, TX
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number451363
Location1013 S WellsEdna, TX 77957 · Jackson County
Emergency services

Lavaca Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Hallettsville, TX
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number451376
Location1400 North Texana StreetHallettsville, TX 77964 · Lavaca County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77901 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

YOUR LABORATORY L P
Clinical Medical Laboratory
2710 HOSPITAL DR
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Victoria County (713) 443-2350
DR. JAMES FRANCIS NEUMANN MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
2710 HOSPITAL DR, SUITE 110
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Victoria County (361) 578-0317
DIAGNOSTIC FOOT SPECIALISTS OF VICTORIA INC
Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)
2710 HOSPITAL DR, SUITE 115
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Victoria County (361) 575-5222
MS. JOANNE GUERRA FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2710 HOSPITAL DR, SUITE 310
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Victoria County (361) 827-7925
VICTORIA PSYCHIATRIC ASSOCIATES, L.L.P.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
2710 HOSPITAL DR, SUITE 202
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Victoria County (361) 579-1388
DR. STEVEN CRAIG SCHNICKER MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
2710 HOSPITAL DR, SUITE 110
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Victoria County (361) 578-0317
DR. MIGUEL ANGEL SIERRA-HOFFMAN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
2710 HOSPITAL DR, #310
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Victoria County (361) 582-7925
LONG HEALTH FAMILY PRACTICE, LLC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2710 HOSPITAL DR, SUITE 108
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Victoria County (361) 579-1319

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Bruce Wheeler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bruce Wheeler is 1053373902. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 5, 2006.

Where is Bruce Wheeler located?

Bruce Wheeler practices at 2710 Hospital Dr Suite 114, Victoria, TX 77901. The listed phone number is (361) 578-0231.

What is Bruce Wheeler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Bruce Wheeler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bruce Wheeler is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Bruce Wheeler accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan and UnitedHealthcare list Bruce Wheeler as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Bruce Wheeler affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bruce Wheeler is affiliated with Citizens Medical Center, De Tar Hospital Navarro, Yoakum Community Hospital, Jackson Healthcare Center and Lavaca Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bruce Wheeler was last updated on November 13, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.