RAFAEL F GARCIA MD
NPI 1336160852
General Practice in Corpus Christi, TX

Active since July 21, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD, CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78417(361) 226-7419(361) 201-7479 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 14, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 14, 2026, Mar 8, 2026, Feb 9, 2025 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2021).

About Rafael F Garcia Md NPPES

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

RAFAEL F GARCIA MD (NPI 1336160852) is an individual general practice provider in Corpus Christi, Texas, licensed in Texas (J3700) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1336160852
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208D00000X
Provider Legal NameRAFAEL F GARCIACredential: MD
Location Address5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RDCorpus Christi, TX 78417-9765
Mailing AddressPo Box 6950Corpus Christi, TX 78466-6950 · (361) 226-7419 · Fax (361) 201-7479
Fax(361) 201-7479
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At DallasGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateJuly 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 14, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 14, 2026
NPI 1336160852 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyGeneral PracticeAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208D00000X
License Licensed in TX · J3700
Definition
A physician who specializes in the general practice of diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions. Source: National Uniform Claim Committee
Also ListedEmergency MedicineTaxonomy 207P00000X · License J3700 (TX)
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD, Corpus Christi, TX 78417

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid138031308TX
Other8X7032TX · Bcbstx Pin
Medicaid138031318TX

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

Rafael F Garcia 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 ID6305864315
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051108001010
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 6

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 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.
162 services78 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 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.
95 services64 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.
36 services36 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.
26 services17 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
23 services12 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes 99441
A telephone medical discussion with a physician is a brief, 5-10 minute call where you can discuss your health concerns. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without needing to visit a clinic. It's important to prepare questions in advance to make the most of this time.
17 services13 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

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

Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78417
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78417
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78417
Physician Assistant
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78417
Social Worker (Clinical)
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78417
Dietitian, Registered
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78417
Counselor (Mental Health)
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78417
Counselor
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78417

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 Rafael Garcia's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rafael Garcia is 1336160852. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 21, 2006.

Where is Rafael Garcia located?

Rafael Garcia practices at 5440 Old Brownsville Rd, Corpus Christi, TX 78417. The listed phone number is (361) 226-7419.

What is Rafael Garcia's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is General Practice with taxonomy code 208D00000X.

Is Rafael Garcia enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rafael Garcia 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 Rafael Garcia accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan and WellPoint list Rafael Garcia 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 Rafael Garcia was last updated on April 14, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months 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.