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DR. BRIAN M WICKWIRE M.D.
NPI 1184622573
Internal Medicine in Rio Grande City, TX

Active since July 11, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
600 N GARZA ST STE A, RIO GRANDE CITY, TX 78582(956) 487-0846 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 23, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Brian M Wickwire M.d. NPPES

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

DR. BRIAN M WICKWIRE M.D. (NPI 1184622573) is an individual internal medicine provider in Rio Grande City, Texas, licensed in Texas (L3524) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with South Texas Health System, and maintains a secondary practice location in San Juan.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1184622573
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BRIAN M WICKWIRECredential: M.D.
Location Address600 N GARZA ST STE ARio Grande City, TX 78582
Mailing AddressPo Box 1689Pharr, TX 78577-1630 · (956) 787-0787 · Fax (956) 787-2021
Phone(956) 487-0846
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSVanderbilt University School Of MedicineGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateJuly 11, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJune 23, 2026
NPPES CertifiedJune 23, 2026
✔ NPI 1184622573 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 · L3524
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.
600 N GARZA ST STE A, Rio Grande City, TX 78582
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1801 W 1st StSan Juan, TX 78589-2276 · Phone (956) 787-8915 ext. 239

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid154778801TX

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

Dr. Brian M Wickwire 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 ID2668659509
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110602000190
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 5

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.

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
75 services33 patients
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals 80053
A comprehensive group of blood chemicals test, also known as a comprehensive metabolic panel, is a blood test that measures your sugar level, electrolyte and fluid balance, kidney function, and liver function. This helps to check your body's overall health.
75 services34 patients
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count 85025
A Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.
54 services26 patients
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) 80061
A lipid panel is a blood test that measures fats and fatty substances, such as cholesterol and triglycerides. These substances are used by your body as a source of energy. High levels can lead to health issues, including heart disease.
52 services31 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
31 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

South Texas Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Edinburg, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450119
Location1102 W Trenton RoadEdinburg, TX 78539 · Hidalgo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Starr County Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Rio Grande City, TX
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number450654
Location128 N Fm Rd 3167Rio Grande City, TX 78582 · Starr County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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 78582 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
8 suppliers22 claims53 services$5.24 avg. paid by Medicare
Normal, low and high calibrator solution / chips A4256
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$2.39 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
7 suppliers20 claims25 services$0.86 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

NUESTRA CLINICA DEL VALLE INC
Clinic/Center (Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC))
600 N GARZA ST STE A
RIO GRANDE CITY, TX 78582
Starr County (956) 487-0846
NUESTRA CLINICA DEL VALLE INC
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
600 N GARZA ST STE A
RIO GRANDE CITY, TX 78582
Starr County (956) 487-0846

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 Brian Wickwire's NPI number?

The NPI number for Brian Wickwire is 1184622573. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2005.

Where is Brian Wickwire located?

Brian Wickwire practices at 600 N Garza St Ste A, Rio Grande City, TX 78582. The listed phone number is (956) 487-0846.

What is Brian Wickwire's specialty?

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

Is Brian Wickwire enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Brian Wickwire 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 Brian Wickwire 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 2 other insurers list Brian Wickwire 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 Brian Wickwire affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Brian Wickwire is affiliated with South Texas Health System, Starr County Memorial Hospital and Doctors Hosptal At Renaissance.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Brian Wickwire was last updated on June 23, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.