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DR. FRANK JOSEPH PONCE III MD
NPI 1497956734
Family Medicine in Pasadena, TX

Active since May 31, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
7219 FAIRMONT PKWY STE 180, PASADENA, TX 77505(281) 487-3443(281) 487-3461 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 20, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 20, 2026, Apr 13, 2026, Jul 2, 2025 (3 updates tracked since 2025).

About Dr. Frank Joseph Ponce Iii Md NPPES

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

DR. FRANK JOSEPH PONCE III MD (NPI 1497956734) is an individual family medicine provider in Pasadena, Texas, licensed in Texas (N3996) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Southeast, and maintains 4 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497956734
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. FRANK JOSEPH PONCE IIICredential: MD
Location Address7219 FAIRMONT PKWY STE 180Pasadena, TX 77505-4611
Mailing AddressPo Box 57845Webster, TX 77598-7845 · (281) 487-3443
Phone(281) 487-3443
Fax(281) 487-3461
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateMay 31, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateApril 20, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 20, 2026
✔ NPI 1497956734 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · N3996✔ Licensed in VA · 0101244085
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
7219 FAIRMONT PKWY STE 180, Pasadena, TX 77505
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Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 1500 N Kobayashi Ste FWebster, TX 77598-4722 · Phone (281) 816-3092 · Fax (281) 336-9318
Location 2600 N Kobayashi Ste 309Webster, TX 77598-4841 · Phone (281) 724-8332 · Fax (832) 905-5977
Location 3905 W Medical Center Blvd Ste 102Webster, TX 77598-4009 · Phone (346) 688-0043
Location 4600 N Kobayashi Ste 110Webster, TX 77598-4841 · Phone (281) 338-1857 · Fax (281) 724-1857

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare 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

Dr. Frank Joseph Ponce Iii 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 ID3678629409
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090921000447
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 5

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.
226 services147 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.
166 services166 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.
112 services77 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.
11 services11 patients
Initial preventive physical examination; face-to-face visit, services limited to new beneficiary during the first 12 months of medicare enrollment G0402
An Initial Preventive Physical Examination, also known as a "Welcome to Medicare" visit, is a one-time, face-to-face visit during your first 12 months of Medicare enrollment. It includes a review of your health, as well as education and counseling about preventive services and further screenings.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Hca Houston Healthcare Southeast

Acute Care Hospitals · Pasadena, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450097
Location4000 Spencer HwyPasadena, TX 77504 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hermann Hospital System

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450184
Location1635 North Loop WestHouston, TX 77008 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77505 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
$90.40 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $22.60 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$102.71 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $25.67 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
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 2

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
9 suppliers31 claims61 services$6.47 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
7 suppliers16 claims19 services$1.15 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

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

LEWIS CHIROPRACTIC PA
Chiropractor
7219 FAIRMONT PKWY STE 180
PASADENA, TX 77505
Harris County (281) 476-1686

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 Frank Ponce's NPI number?

The NPI number for Frank Ponce is 1497956734. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 31, 2007.

Where is Frank Ponce located?

Frank Ponce practices at 7219 Fairmont Pkwy Ste 180, Pasadena, TX 77505. The listed phone number is (281) 487-3443.

What is Frank Ponce's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Frank Ponce enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Frank Ponce 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 Frank Ponce accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare, Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare and 1 other insurer list Frank Ponce 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 Frank Ponce affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Frank Ponce is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Southeast and Memorial Hermann Hospital System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Frank Ponce was last updated on April 20, 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.