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MRS. NELLY JUDITH VELA MSN, APRN, AGACNP-BC
NPI 1275306839
Nurse Practitioner - Acute Care in Harlingen, TX

Active since November 03, 2023PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1821 S SESAME SQ STE 10, HARLINGEN, TX 78550(956) 496-2048(956) 265-1129 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 3, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

About Mrs. Nelly Judith Vela Msn, Aprn, Agacnp-bc NPPES

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

MRS. NELLY JUDITH VELA MSN, APRN, AGACNP-BC (NPI 1275306839) is an individual acute care provider in Harlingen, Texas, licensed in Texas (1140534) and active in the NPI registry since November 2023. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2023).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275306839
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LA2100X
Provider Legal NameMRS. NELLY JUDITH VELACredential: MSN, APRN, AGACNP-BC
Location Address1821 S SESAME SQ STE 10Harlingen, TX 78550-7941
Mailing Address1821 S Sesame Sq Ste 10Harlingen, TX 78550-7941 · (956) 496-2048 · Fax (956) 265-1129
Phone(956) 496-2048
Fax(956) 265-1129
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2023
Enumeration DateNovember 3, 2023
NPPES CertifiedNovember 3, 2023
✔ NPI 1275306839 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · Acute CarePhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LA2100X
License✔ Licensed in TX · 1140534
1821 S SESAME SQ STE 10, Harlingen, TX 78550
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare, UnitedHealthcare.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

Mrs. Nelly Judith Vela Msn, Aprn, Agacnp-bc 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 ID6406209279
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240129000628
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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
133 services59 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
113 services55 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.
19 services18 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Baytown, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450424
Location4401 Garth RoadBaytown, TX 77521 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Harlingen Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Harlingen, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450855
Location5501 South Expressway 77Harlingen, TX 78550 · Cameron County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78550 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.

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.

CYNTHIA TOBIAS
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1821 S SESAME SQ STE 10
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Cameron County (956) 496-2048
BENCHMARK INPATIENT SERVICES PLLC
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
1821 S SESAME SQ STE 10
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Cameron County (956) 496-2048
JUSTIN LLOYD WENDEL
Physician Assistant
1821 S SESAME SQ STE 10
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Cameron County (956) 212-9377

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 Nelly Vela's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nelly Vela is 1275306839. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 3, 2023.

Where is Nelly Vela located?

Nelly Vela practices at 1821 S Sesame Sq Ste 10, Harlingen, TX 78550. The listed phone number is (956) 496-2048.

What is Nelly Vela's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Acute Care, with taxonomy code 363LA2100X.

Is Nelly Vela enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nelly 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.

What insurance does Nelly Vela accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare and UnitedHealthcare list Nelly 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.

Is Nelly Vela affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nelly Vela is affiliated with Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital and Harlingen Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nelly Vela was last updated on November 3, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.