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MR. CHARLES RAY PAJESTKA MD
NPI 1184665952
Family Medicine in Sonora, TX

Active since June 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
301A HUDSPETH AVENUE, SONORA, TX 76950(325) 387-6557(325) 387-5272 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Mr. Charles Ray Pajestka Md NPPES

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

MR. CHARLES RAY PAJESTKA MD (NPI 1184665952) is an individual family medicine provider in Sonora, Texas, licensed in Texas (G8324) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Shannon Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1184665952
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameMR. CHARLES RAY PAJESTKACredential: MD
Location Address301A HUDSPETH AVENUESonora, TX 76950
Mailing Address301a Hudspeth AvenueSonora, TX 76950 · (325) 387-6557 · Fax (325) 387-5272
Phone(325) 387-6557
Fax(325) 387-5272
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At San AntonioGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateJune 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1184665952 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · G8324
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
301A HUDSPETH AVENUE, Sonora, TX 76950
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Other Identifiers 1

Other00DH41TX · Bcbs

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

Mr. Charles Ray Pajestka 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 ID3678511359
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050621000915
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.

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.
29 services17 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
29 services28 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
19 services18 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
14 services13 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Shannon Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · San Angelo, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450571
Location120 E Harris Ave.San Angelo, TX 76903 · Tom Green County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lillian M Hudspeth Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Sonora, TX
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number451324
Location308 HudspethSonora, TX 76950 · Sutton County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76950 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 11

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
4 suppliers21 claims59 services$7.06 avg. paid by Medicare
Normal, low and high calibrator solution / chips A4256
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers13 claims17 services$2.91 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
3 suppliers15 claims26 services$1.21 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
4 suppliers13 claims13 services$73.74 avg. paid by Medicare
Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers14 claims14 services$22.64 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers17 claims86 services$2.84 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

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

CHARLES R PAJESTKA MD
Family Medicine
301A HUDSPETH AVENUE
SONORA, TX 76950
Sutton County (325) 387-6557

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 Charles Pajestka's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Pajestka is 1184665952. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 10, 2006.

Where is Charles Pajestka located?

Charles Pajestka practices at 301A Hudspeth Avenue, Sonora, TX 76950. The listed phone number is (325) 387-6557.

What is Charles Pajestka's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Charles Pajestka enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles Pajestka 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 Charles Pajestka 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 Charles Pajestka 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 Charles Pajestka affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Charles Pajestka is affiliated with Shannon Medical Center and Lillian M Hudspeth Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Charles Pajestka was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 42 days 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.