PATRICE ALVES M.D.
NPI 1437132966
Internal Medicine in San Antonio, TX

Active since November 29, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2829 BABCOCK RD STE 500, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229(210) 705-5600(210) 692-1829 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 30, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 22, 2024, Feb 7, 2024, Jan 12, 2023 (3 updates tracked since 2023).

About Patrice Alves M.d. NPPES

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

PATRICE ALVES M.D. (NPI 1437132966) is an individual internal medicine provider in San Antonio, Texas, licensed in Texas (N2916) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus Santa Rosa Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437132966
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NamePATRICE ALVESCredential: M.D.
Location Address2829 BABCOCK RD STE 500San Antonio, TX 78229-6028
Mailing Address8007 Hermosa HlSan Antonio, TX 78256-2457 · (617) 290-4459
Fax(210) 692-1829
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSColumbia University College Of Physicians And SurgeonsGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateNovember 29, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 30, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 30, 2025
NPI 1437132966 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in TX · N2916
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.

2829 BABCOCK RD STE 500, San Antonio, TX 78229

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 111212 State Highway 151 Ste 250San Antonio, TX 78251-4507 · Phone (210) 703-8800
Location 28401 Datapoint DrSan Antonio, TX 78229-5900 · Phone (210) 949-2206

Other Identifiers 1

Other1285684225Group Npi

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

Patrice Alves 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 ID4284631847
PECOS Enrollment IDI20091021000558
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 7

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.
391 services227 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.
228 services228 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.
51 services42 patients
Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
22 services20 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
18 services18 patients
Physician or allowed practitioner 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 and G0180
This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.
17 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Christus Santa Rosa Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number450237
Location2827 Babcock RoadSan Antonio, TX 78229 · Bexar County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450388
Location7700 Floyd Curl DrSan Antonio, TX 78229 · Bexar County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78229 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 9

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
6 suppliers14 claims29 services$6.57 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers17 claims17 services$30.23 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers17 claims17 services$61.86 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers16 claims37 services$25.40 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
7 suppliers18 claims18 services$48.05 avg. paid by Medicare
Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
7 suppliers22 claims22 services$14.55 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 8

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

Internal Medicine
2829 BABCOCK RD STE 500
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Internal Medicine
2829 BABCOCK RD STE 500
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Internal Medicine
2829 BABCOCK RD STE 500
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Internal Medicine
2829 BABCOCK RD STE 500
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Internal Medicine
2829 BABCOCK RD STE 500
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Internal Medicine
2829 BABCOCK RD STE 500
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Internal Medicine
2829 BABCOCK RD STE 500
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Internal Medicine
2829 BABCOCK RD STE 500
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229

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 Patrice Alves's NPI number?

The NPI number for Patrice Alves is 1437132966. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 29, 2005.

Where is Patrice Alves located?

Patrice Alves practices at 2829 Babcock Rd Ste 500, San Antonio, TX 78229. The listed phone number is (210) 705-5600.

What is Patrice Alves's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Patrice Alves enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Patrice Alves 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 Patrice Alves accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and CHRISTUS Health Plan list Patrice Alves 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 Patrice Alves affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Patrice Alves is affiliated with Christus Santa Rosa Medical Center and Methodist Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Patrice Alves was last updated on September 30, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.