RICHARD L NEEL M.D.
NPI 1508986217
Emergency Medicine in Castroville, TX

Active since March 29, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1501 HOUSTON ST, CASTROVILLE, TX 78009(830) 538-3550(830) 538-3553 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 1, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Richard L Neel M.d. NPPES

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

RICHARD L NEEL M.D. (NPI 1508986217) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Castroville, Texas, licensed in Texas (G3639) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus Santa Rosa Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508986217
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD L NEELCredential: M.D.
Location Address1501 HOUSTON STCastroville, TX 78009-2739
Mailing Address1501 Houston StCastroville, TX 78009-2739 · (830) 538-3550 · Fax (830) 538-3553
Fax(830) 538-3553
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At San AntonioGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateMarch 29, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 1, 2009
NPI 1508986217 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License Licensed in TX · G3639
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Also ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License G3639 (TX)
Also ListedPreventive Medicine · Occupational MedicineTaxonomy 2083X0100X · License G3639 (TX)
1501 HOUSTON ST, Castroville, TX 78009

Other Identifiers 4

Other0A4052TX · Group Medicare Number
OtherG3639TX · Medical License
Medicare UPINH61047TX
Medicaid156607701TX

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

Richard L Neel 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 ID244380087
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090616000729
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 17

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.
357 services272 patients
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
321 services31 patients
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.
90 services77 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.
80 services68 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.
68 services52 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
67 services58 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Medina Regional Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Hondo, TX
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number451330
Location3100 Avenue EHondo, TX 78861 · Medina County
Emergency services

Uvalde Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Uvalde, TX
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number451387
Location1025 Garner Field RoadUvalde, TX 78801 · Uvalde County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78009 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 6

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

Emergency Medicine
1501 HOUSTON ST
CASTROVILLE, TX 78009
Family Medicine
1501 HOUSTON ST
CASTROVILLE, TX 78009
Family Medicine
1501 HOUSTON ST
CASTROVILLE, TX 78009
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1501 HOUSTON ST
CASTROVILLE, TX 78009
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1501 HOUSTON ST
CASTROVILLE, TX 78009
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1501 HOUSTON ST
CASTROVILLE, TX 78009

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 Richard Neel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Neel is 1508986217. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 29, 2007.

Where is Richard Neel located?

Richard Neel practices at 1501 Houston St, Castroville, TX 78009. The listed phone number is (830) 538-3550.

What is Richard Neel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Richard Neel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Neel 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 Richard Neel accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Richard Neel 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 Richard Neel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Richard Neel is affiliated with Christus Santa Rosa Medical Center, Medina Regional Hospital and Uvalde Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Neel was last updated on July 1, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.