DR. RICARDO A ADAMES M.D.
NPI 1306806468
Internal Medicine in Brownsville, TX

Active since March 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4970 N EXPRESSWAY, SUITE D, BROWNSVILLE, TX 78526(956) 350-2050(956) 350-3191 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 5, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Dr. Ricardo A Adames M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RICARDO A ADAMES M.D. (NPI 1306806468) is an individual internal medicine provider in Brownsville, Texas, licensed in Texas (J8859) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1306806468
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICARDO A ADAMESCredential: M.D.
Location Address4970 N EXPRESSWAY, SUITE DBrownsville, TX 78526-4268
Mailing Address4970 N Expressway, Suite DBrownsville, TX 78526-4268 · (956) 350-2050 · Fax (956) 350-3191
Fax(956) 350-3191
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateMarch 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 5, 2013
NPI 1306806468 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in TX · J8859
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.

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseTaxonomy 207RI0200X · License J8859 (TX)
4970 N EXPRESSWAY, Brownsville, TX 78526

Other Identifiers 6

Other00T98DTX · Bcbs
Medicare UPINF77208TX
Medicaid092011803TX
Other742804402TX · Tax Id
Medicare PINTXB134341TX
OtherJ8859TX · State License

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

Dr. Ricardo A Adames 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 ID8527009901
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050516000806
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 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 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.
559 services118 patients
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.
298 services101 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
296 services98 patients
Physician or allowed practitioner supervision of a patient receiving medicare-covered services provided by a participating home health agency (patient not present) requiring complex and multidisciplinary care modalities involving regular physician or allow G0181
This service involves a physician overseeing your care while you receive Medicare-covered services from a home health agency. The care you're receiving is complex and involves various disciplines. The physician isn't physically present but regularly supervises your treatment to ensure optimal health outcomes.
107 services25 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
96 services96 patients
Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a G0179
This procedure involves a doctor or approved practitioner reviewing your health status and re-certifying your need for Medicare-covered home health services. It includes communication with the home health agency and assessment of your health reports, even when you're not physically present.
91 services27 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78526 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 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
14 suppliers80 claims246 services$6.52 avg. paid by Medicare
Normal, low and high calibrator solution / chips A4256
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers16 claims16 services$2.95 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
14 suppliers58 claims93 services$1.09 avg. paid by Medicare
Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier19 claims19 services$1.43 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with aerosol compressor or ultrasonic generator A7013
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier19 claims19 services$0.44 avg. paid by Medicare
Aerosol mask, used with dme nebulizer A7015
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier18 claims18 services$1.08 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 3

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

Surgery
4970 N EXPRESSWAY, SUITE A
BROWNSVILLE, TX 78526
Surgery
4970 N EXPRESSWAY
BROWNSVILLE, TX 78526
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
4970 N EXPRESSWAY, SUITE D
BROWNSVILLE, TX 78526

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1306806468, enumerated as an "individual" on March 24, 2006.

The provider is located at 4970 N EXPRESSWAY SUITE D BROWNSVILLE, TX 78526 and the phone number is (956) 350-2050.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.