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ELMER DARYL BICKFORD M.D.
NPI 1376534297
Otolaryngology in Victoria, TX

Active since October 31, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
86.37/100
CMS Quality Rating
117 MEDICAL DR, SUITE 1, VICTORIA, TX 77904(361) 573-4331(361) 573-5096 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 7, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 7, 2026, Jan 26, 2022, May 27, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Elmer Daryl Bickford M.d. NPPES

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

ELMER DARYL BICKFORD M.D. (NPI 1376534297) is an individual otolaryngology provider in Victoria, Texas, licensed in Texas (E4207) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mosaic Life Care At St Joseph, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1376534297
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Y00000X
Provider Legal NameELMER DARYL BICKFORDCredential: M.D.
Location Address117 MEDICAL DR, SUITE 1Victoria, TX 77904-3113
Mailing Address117 Medical Dr, Ste 1Victoria, TX 77904-3114 · (361) 573-4331 · Fax (361) 573-5096
Phone(361) 573-4331
Fax(361) 573-5096
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At San AntonioGraduated 1975
Enumeration DateOctober 31, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 7, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 7, 2026
✔ NPI 1376534297 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Y00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · E4207
Definition
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
117 MEDICAL DR, Victoria, TX 77904
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1110 Medical Dr Ste 104Victoria, TX 77904-3127 · Phone (361) 485-0051 · Fax (361) 485-0086
Location 2101 Mosaic Ct Ste 300Saint Joseph, MO 64506-0015 · Phone (816) 671-4840 · Fax (816) 671-4845

Other Identifiers 2

Other5759069TX · Aetna
Medicaid130218407TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas 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

Elmer Daryl Bickford 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 ID2466439914
PECOS Enrollment IDI20241021000639
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 16

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
153 services153 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.
113 services94 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.
68 services68 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
59 services59 patients
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.
59 services56 patients
Removal of impacted ear wax 69210
Impacted ear wax removal is a safe procedure to clear blockages in the ear canal caused by hardened ear wax. A healthcare professional uses specialized tools or a gentle irrigation method to loosen and remove the wax, improving hearing and alleviating discomfort.
58 services52 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Mosaic Life Care At St Joseph

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Joseph, MO
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260006
Location5325 Faraon StreetSaint Joseph, MO 64506 · Buchanan County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77904 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
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

86.37/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality72.75
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
55%453 patients3/55-star benchmark: 92%
Cervical Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 21-64 years of age who were screened for cervical cancer using either of the following criteria: - Women age 21-64 who had cervical cytology performed every 3 years - Women age 30-64 who had cervical cytology/human papillomavirus (HPV)…
46%268 patients
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
Percentage of patients with referrals, regardless of age, for which the referring provider receives a report from the provider to whom the patient was referred
65%23 patients3/55-star benchmark: 95%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
95%2,183 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
99%1,165 patients5/55-star benchmark: 99%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
99%2,920 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
27%2,691 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
48%935 patients3/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
34%803 patients2/55-star benchmark: 88%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
86%2,691 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
1%2,691 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

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

CHILD STUDY CLINIC
Specialist
117 MEDICAL DR, STE 4
VICTORIA, TX 77904
Victoria County (361) 575-0681
KATLYN URBANOVSKY OTR
Occupational Therapist
117 MEDICAL DR, SUITE 4
VICTORIA, TX 77904
Victoria County (361) 578-2257
MRS. EILEEN D. STANLEY OTR
Occupational Therapist (Pediatrics)
117 MEDICAL DR, SUITE 4
VICTORIA, TX 77904
Victoria County (361) 575-0681
CASHELL DONAHOE JR. M.D.
Otolaryngology
117 MEDICAL DR, SUITE #2
VICTORIA, TX 77904
Victoria County (361) 573-4331
HERMAN G LEONG M D P A
Otolaryngology
117 MEDICAL DR, SUITE 1
VICTORIA, TX 77904
Victoria County (361) 573-4331
MRS. MARLENE HENNESSEY AUDIOLOGIST
Audiologist
117 MEDICAL DR, SUITE #1
VICTORIA, TX 77904
Victoria County (361) 573-4331
HERMAN G LEONG MD
Otolaryngology
117 MEDICAL DR, SUITE 1
VICTORIA, TX 77904
Victoria County (361) 573-4331
VICTORIA ENT ASSOCIATES, LLP
Otolaryngology
117 MEDICAL DR, SUITE #1
VICTORIA, TX 77904
Victoria County (361) 573-4331

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 Elmer Bickford's NPI number?

The NPI number for Elmer Bickford is 1376534297. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 31, 2005.

Where is Elmer Bickford located?

Elmer Bickford practices at 117 Medical Dr Suite 1, Victoria, TX 77904. The listed phone number is (361) 573-4331.

What is Elmer Bickford's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology with taxonomy code 207Y00000X.

Is Elmer Bickford enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Elmer Bickford 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 Elmer Bickford accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and UnitedHealthcare list Elmer Bickford 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 Elmer Bickford affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Elmer Bickford is affiliated with Mosaic Life Care At St Joseph.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Elmer Bickford was last updated on April 7, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.