MS. MARIA V FUENTES FNP-BC
NPI 1497032379
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Weslaco, TX

Active since November 07, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1001 JAMES ST, WESLACO, TX 78596(956) 647-8600(956) 969-9564 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 20, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 20, 2023, Jun 15, 2016, Dec 21, 2015 (3 updates tracked since 2015).

About Ms. Maria V Fuentes Fnp-bc NPPES

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

MS. MARIA V FUENTES FNP-BC (NPI 1497032379) is an individual family provider in Weslaco, Texas, licensed in Texas (AP120502) and active in the NPI registry since November 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497032379
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMS. MARIA V FUENTESCredential: FNP-BC
Location Address1001 JAMES STWeslaco, TX 78596
Mailing Address211 Walter Wagers StWeslaco, TX 78599-2503 · (956) 373-5955 · Fax (956) 969-9564
Fax(956) 969-9564
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateNovember 7, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 20, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 20, 2023
NPI 1497032379 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License Licensed in TX · AP120502
1001 JAMES ST, Weslaco, TX 78596

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid350241101TX
Other435747YLPSTX · Wellmed Ptan

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

Ms. Maria V Fuentes Fnp-bc 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 ID244547669
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150917001778
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 3

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.

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.
51 services32 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 services40 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.
22 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78596 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
$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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)
1001 JAMES ST
WESLACO, TX 78596
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1001 JAMES ST
WESLACO, TX 78596
Physician Assistant
1001 JAMES ST
WESLACO, TX 78596
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1001 JAMES ST
WESLACO, TX 78596
Internal Medicine
1001 JAMES ST
WESLACO, TX 78596
Family Medicine
1001 JAMES ST
WESLACO, TX 78596
Internal Medicine
1001 JAMES ST
WESLACO, TX 78596

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 Maria Fuentes's NPI number?

The NPI number for Maria Fuentes is 1497032379. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 7, 2011.

Where is Maria Fuentes located?

Maria Fuentes practices at 1001 James St, Weslaco, TX 78596. The listed phone number is (956) 647-8600.

What is Maria Fuentes's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Maria Fuentes enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Maria Fuentes 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 Maria Fuentes accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Molina Healthcare list Maria Fuentes 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 Maria Fuentes was last updated on March 20, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.