GARY LEE TAMEZ DO
NPI 1265422356
Family Medicine in Bay City, MI

Active since October 28, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3884 MONITOR RD, BAY CITY, MI 48706(989) 671-2000(989) 671-4000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 12, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 12, 2021, Apr 9, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Gary Lee Tamez Do NPPES

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

GARY LEE TAMEZ DO (NPI 1265422356) is an individual family medicine provider in Bay City, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (5101008687) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1265422356
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameGARY LEE TAMEZCredential: DO
Location Address3884 MONITOR RDBay City, MI 48706-9298
Mailing Address501 Lapeer AveSaginaw, MI 48607-1208 · (989) 759-6464 · Fax (989) 399-8233
Fax(989) 671-4000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateOctober 28, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 12, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 12, 2021
NPI 1265422356 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in MI · 5101008687
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.

3884 MONITOR RD, Bay City, MI 48706

Other Identifiers 16

Medicaid1265422356MI
Other4584510Aetna
Other381908328United Health Care
Other381908328Tricare
Other119MI · Community Choice
Other2832651MI · Molina Health Care
Other116626Great Lakes Health Plan
Other080G310660MI · Blue Cross Blue Shield Of Michigan
Other0983119MI · Healthplus
Other1001095Health Advantage Ppo
Other080G310660MI · Bcbs
Other1001095Mclaren Health Plan
Other381908328Hcap
Other381908328Ppom
Other080G310660MI · Blue Care Network Of Michigan
Other381908328First Health

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Gary Lee Tamez Do 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 ID5496649642
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080318000590
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 4

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.

Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument 82962
A blood glucose test uses a handheld device to measure the amount of sugar in your blood. A small prick on your finger allows a drop of blood to be placed on a test strip, which is then read by the device. This helps monitor and manage diabetes effectively.
57 services22 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.
42 services23 patients
Urine microalbumin (protein) analysis 82044
Urine microalbumin analysis is a test that measures the amount of a protein called albumin in your urine. This protein is usually present in very small amounts, but higher levels can indicate kidney issues. The test is non-invasive and involves a simple urine sample.
12 services12 patients
Creatinine level to test for kidney function or muscle injury 82570
A creatinine level test measures the amount of creatinine in your blood. This substance is a waste product from normal muscle use. Higher levels can indicate possible kidney dysfunction or muscle injury. This test helps monitor kidney health.
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 48706 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
$84.74 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.68
Typical copayment $21.18 (range $13.58 – $41.67)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.09 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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 13

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 suppliers31 claims93 services$6.10 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
8 suppliers18 claims32 services$1.02 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers27 claims27 services$34.80 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers13 claims13 services$82.68 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers11 claims23 services$35.34 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 suppliers16 claims16 services$57.63 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 19

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

Dentist
3884 MONITOR RD
BAY CITY, MI 48706
Dentist
3884 MONITOR RD
BAY CITY, MI 48706
Nurse Practitioner
3884 MONITOR RD
BAY CITY, MI 48706
Dental Hygienist
3884 MONITOR RD
BAY CITY, MI 48706
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3884 MONITOR RD
BAY CITY, MI 48706
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3884 MONITOR RD
BAY CITY, MI 48706
Dentist (General Practice)
3884 MONITOR RD
BAY CITY, MI 48706
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3884 MONITOR RD
BAY CITY, MI 48706

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 Gary Tamez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gary Tamez is 1265422356. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 28, 2005.

Where is Gary Tamez located?

Gary Tamez practices at 3884 Monitor Rd, Bay City, MI 48706. The listed phone number is (989) 671-2000.

What is Gary Tamez's specialty?

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

Is Gary Tamez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gary Tamez 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 Gary Tamez accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company list Gary Tamez 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 Gary Tamez was last updated on April 12, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.