GLORIA PATRICIA SIMMS M.D.
NPI 1164651352
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Mcallen, TX

Q: What is Gloria Simms's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gloria Simms is 1164651352. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2009. The provider is also known as Gloria Patricia Varela Espinosa MD.

Q: What is Gloria Simms's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gloria Simms was last updated on September 4, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.

Active since July 08, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

5405 N MCCOLL RD, MCALLEN, TX 78504(956) 362-8500(956) 362-8735 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 4, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 4, 2020, Sep 11, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Gloria Patricia Simms M.d. NPPES

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

GLORIA PATRICIA SIMMS M.D. (NPI 1164651352) is an individual neurology provider in Mcallen, Texas, licensed in Texas (R3216) and active in the NPI registry since July 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Doctors Hosptal At Renaissance, and is a graduate of Other (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164651352

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X

Provider Legal NameGLORIA PATRICIA SIMMSCredential: M.D.

Location Address5405 N MCCOLL RDMcallen, TX 78504-2206

Mailing Address5405 N Mccoll RdMcallen, TX 78504-2206 · (956) 362-8500 · Fax (956) 389-6567

Phone(956) 362-8500

Fax(956) 362-8735

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1997

Enumeration DateJuly 8, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 4, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 4, 2020

✔ NPI 1164651352 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2084N0400X

License✔ Licensed in TX · R3216

Definition

A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.

5405 N MCCOLL RD, Mcallen, TX 78504

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Gloria Patricia Varela Espinosa Md

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.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

Gloria Patricia Simms M.d. 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 ID6800030206

PECOS Enrollment IDI20170626000405

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 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.

Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit J0585

Onabotulinumtoxina, also known as Botox, is a medication injected into muscles. It's used to treat various conditions by blocking nerve activity in the muscles, causing a temporary reduction in muscle activity. The units refer to the dosage.

11,000 services22 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.

138 services53 patients

Injection of chemical for paralysis of facial and neck nerve muscles on both sides of face 64615

This procedure involves injecting a chemical into specific facial and neck muscles, causing temporary paralysis. This helps reduce muscle activity and can alleviate certain medical conditions. Both sides of the face are treated for a balanced result.

56 services22 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into upper neck and back of head nerve 64405

This procedure involves injecting a mix of anesthetic and/or steroid into nerves in the upper neck and back of the head. It helps relieve pain by reducing inflammation and numbing the area. It's a common treatment for headaches and neck pain.

40 services20 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into face nerve 64400

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a facial nerve. It's typically done to relieve pain or inflammation. The injection targets specific nerves, helping to decrease discomfort and promote healing.

33 services16 patients

Injection of trigger points, 3 or more muscles 20553

Trigger point injection therapy involves injecting medication into specific areas of your muscles, known as trigger points. These are areas that produce pain and discomfort. If you have three or more muscles affected, each will be treated individually.

22 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Doctors Hosptal At Renaissance

Acute Care Hospitals · Edinburg, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipPhysician

CMS Certification Number450869

Location5501 South MccollEdinburg, TX 78539 · Hidalgo County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78504 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 3

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

JHOANA RIVERA-RAMIREZ

Physician Assistant

5405 N MCCOLL RD
MCALLEN, TX 78504

Hidalgo County (956) 362-8500

IDRIS CENTER

Preferred Provider Organization

5405 N MCCOLL RD
MCALLEN, TX 78504

Hidalgo County (956) 630-9901

CYNTHIA OCHOA-MATHEWS MSN, APRN, FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

5405 N MCCOLL RD
MCALLEN, TX 78504

Hidalgo County (956) 362-8500

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 Gloria Simms's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gloria Simms is 1164651352. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2009. The provider is also known as Gloria Patricia Varela Espinosa MD.

Where is Gloria Simms located?

Gloria Simms practices at 5405 N Mccoll Rd, Mcallen, TX 78504. The listed phone number is (956) 362-8500.

What is Gloria Simms's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Gloria Simms enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gloria Simms 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 Gloria Simms accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 3 other insurers list Gloria Simms 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 Gloria Simms affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Gloria Simms is affiliated with Doctors Hosptal At Renaissance.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gloria Simms was last updated on September 4, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.