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CHRISTINA ANN VELA
NPI 1083237739
Nurse Practitioner in San Antonio, TX

Active since May 28, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
18911 HARDY OAK BLVD STE 213, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78258(210) 400-6930(210) 475-3361 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 29, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 25, 2023, Jul 6, 2020, May 28, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Christina Ann Vela NPPES

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

CHRISTINA ANN VELA (NPI 1083237739) is an individual nurse practitioner in San Antonio, Texas, licensed in Texas (AP145845) and active in the NPI registry since May 2020. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1083237739
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTINA ANN VELA
Location Address18911 HARDY OAK BLVD STE 213San Antonio, TX 78258-4967
Mailing Address18911 Hardy Oak Blvd Ste 213San Antonio, TX 78258-4967 · (210) 400-6930 · Fax (210) 475-3361
Phone(210) 400-6930
Fax(210) 475-3361
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateMay 28, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateJune 29, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 29, 2026
✔ NPI 1083237739 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · AP145845
Definition
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
18911 HARDY OAK BLVD STE 213, San Antonio, TX 78258
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Christina Ann Vela

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Cigna Healthcare, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christina Ann Vela 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 ID5092138644
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200715000349
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Christina Vela reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Primo Clinicians PLLC
Same address
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
18911 HARDY OAK BLVD. STE 213
San Antonio, TX 78258
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1336847839 (210) 400-6930
Vpa Of Texas PLLC
9.3 mi
Family Medicine
5414 FREDERICKSBURG RD STE 100A
San Antonio, TX 78229
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 802 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1174561575 (210) 468-0800
Post Acute Specialists Of Texas PA
64 mi
Geriatric Medicine
2911 MEDICAL ARTS ST STE 10
Austin, TX 78705
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 140 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1942859350 (866) 473-0663

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

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.

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
132 services122 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
91 services81 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
90 services67 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
36 services34 patients
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99305
An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.
34 services34 patients
Transitional care management services for problem of high complexity 99496
Transitional care management services are designed to ensure a smooth transition from a hospital to home or another care setting for patients with complex health issues. These services include medication management, patient education, and coordination with healthcare providers.
32 services32 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78258 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 15

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
15 suppliers117 claims117 services$30.92 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
11 suppliers75 claims75 services$69.72 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
12 suppliers79 claims221 services$27.04 avg. paid by Medicare
Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
11 suppliers60 claims328 services$14.51 avg. paid by Medicare
Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
7 suppliers27 claims123 services$13.81 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
11 suppliers79 claims79 services$46.79 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Christina Vela's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christina Vela is 1083237739. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 28, 2020. The provider is also known as Christina Ann Vela.

Where is Christina Vela located?

Christina Vela practices at 18911 Hardy Oak Blvd Ste 213, San Antonio, TX 78258. The listed phone number is (210) 400-6930.

What is Christina Vela's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is Christina Vela enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christina Vela 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Christina Vela's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christina Vela reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Primo Clinicians PLLC (San Antonio, TX), Vpa Of Texas PLLC (San Antonio, TX) and Post Acute Specialists Of Texas PA (Austin, TX). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Christina Vela's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christina Vela accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Cigna Healthcare, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. and Oscar Insurance Company list Christina Vela 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christina Vela was last updated on June 29, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months 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.