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DR. RICK WILLIAM BASSETT M.D.
NPI 1417049693
Orthopaedic Surgery in Harlingen, TX

Active since September 28, 2006PECOS Enrolled
31.97/100
CMS Quality Rating
1601 TREASURE HILLS BLVD, HARLINGEN, TX 78550(956) 421-2663(956) 421-2418 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 11, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Rick William Bassett M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RICK WILLIAM BASSETT M.D. (NPI 1417049693) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Harlingen, Texas, licensed in Texas (G3976) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417049693
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICK WILLIAM BASSETTCredential: M.D.
Location Address1601 TREASURE HILLS BLVDHarlingen, TX 78550-8910
Mailing Address1601 Treasure Hills BlvdHarlingen, TX 78550-8910 · (956) 421-2663 · Fax (956) 421-2418
Phone(956) 421-2663
Fax(956) 421-2418
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateSeptember 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 11, 2010
✔ NPI 1417049693 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · G3976
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
1601 TREASURE HILLS BLVD, Harlingen, TX 78550
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Other Identifiers 8

Medicaid036238601TX
Medicaid036238603TX
Medicare PIN85670NTX
Medicare PINCP4267TX
Medicare UPINB21113
Medicare NSC0763620001TX
Medicare PIN200008435TX
Medicaid036238602TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.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 (PECOS)

Dr. Rick William Bassett M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 9

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 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.
125 services94 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
110 services65 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.
104 services77 patients
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views 73560
An X-ray of the knee with 1-2 views is a quick, painless test that produces images of the knee bones. It helps identify fractures, infections, or changes in the knee joint. During the procedure, you'll be asked to stay still while the X-ray machine captures the images.
89 services62 patients
Hyaluronan or derivative, hyalgan, supartz or visco-3, for intra-articular injection, per dose J7321
Hyaluronan or derivatives like Hyalgan, Supartz, or Visco-3, are used in intra-articular injections for joint pain relief. They help by improving joint lubrication, reducing inflammation, and promoting tissue healing. Each dose is administered directly into the joint space.
81 services23 patients
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702
This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.
59 services44 patients

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
$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.

31.97/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality21.74
Improvement Activities20
Cost21.27

Reported Quality Measures

Risk-standardized complication rate (RSCR) following elective primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) and/or total knee arthroplasty (TKA) for Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
0.03%
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Cane, includes canes of all materials, adjustable or fixed, with tip E0100
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier89 claims89 services$19.04 avg. paid by Medicare
Walker, folding (pickup), adjustable or fixed height E0135
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier86 claims86 services$41.60 avg. paid by Medicare
Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with fixed arms E0163
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers90 claims90 services$55.22 avg. paid by Medicare
Continuous passive motion exercise device for use on knee only E0935
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier124 claims2,073 services$21.81 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.

ADRIANA ELIZABETH CHAVEZ PA
Physician Assistant
1601 TREASURE HILLS BLVD
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Cameron County (956) 421-2663
CARMELITA A. TEETER M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
1601 TREASURE HILLS BLVD
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Cameron County (956) 421-2663
RIO GRANDE ORTHOPEDIC CENTER
Orthopaedic Surgery
1601 TREASURE HILLS BLVD
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Cameron County (956) 421-2663

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 Rick Bassett's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rick Bassett is 1417049693. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 28, 2006.

Where is Rick Bassett located?

Rick Bassett practices at 1601 Treasure Hills Blvd, Harlingen, TX 78550. The listed phone number is (956) 421-2663.

What is Rick Bassett's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Rick Bassett enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rick Bassett is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Rick Bassett accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Rick Bassett 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 Rick Bassett was last updated on February 11, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.