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DR. RICARDO CHICA DPM
NPI 1548672850
Podiatrist - Foot & Ankle Surgery in West Lake Hills, TX

Active since May 21, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
71.17/100
CMS Quality Rating
5000 BEE CAVES RD STE 202, WEST LAKE HILLS, TX 78746(512) 328-8900 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 7, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 7, 2024, Nov 23, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Dr. Ricardo Chica Dpm NPPES

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

DR. RICARDO CHICA DPM (NPI 1548672850) is an individual foot & ankle surgery provider in West Lake Hills, Texas, licensed in Texas (2286) and active in the NPI registry since May 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St David's South Austin Medical Center, and is a graduate of Temple University School Of Medicine (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1548672850
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy213ES0103X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICARDO CHICACredential: DPM
Location Address5000 BEE CAVES RD STE 202West Lake Hills, TX 78746-5254
Mailing Address8135 Forest Ln # 515057Dallas, TX 75230-2472
Phone(512) 328-8900
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTemple University School Of MedicineGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateMay 21, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 7, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 7, 2024
✔ NPI 1548672850 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPodiatrist · Foot & Ankle SurgeryPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Taxonomy Code213ES0103X
License✔ Licensed in TX · 2286
Also ListedPodiatristTaxonomy 213E00000X · License 2286 (TX)
5000 BEE CAVES RD STE 202, West Lake Hills, TX 78746
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.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

Dr. Ricardo Chica Dpm 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 ID2567727068
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180605000555
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 8

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.
433 services166 patients
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views 73630
An X-ray of the foot, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones and tissues in your foot. This helps to identify fractures, infections, or other abnormalities. Multiple views ensure a comprehensive examination.
125 services67 patients
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
47 services18 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
46 services46 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.
33 services29 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
32 services32 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St David's South Austin Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Austin, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450713
Location901 West Ben White BlvdAustin, TX 78704 · Travis County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

71.17/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality63.94
Promoting Interoperability90
Improvement Activities40
Cost48.29

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
97%304 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
73%139 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
84%138 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
9%138 patients1/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
47%138 patients
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

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

For diabetics only, fitting (including follow-up), custom preparation and supply of off-the-shelf depth-inlay shoe manufactured to accommodate multi-density insert(s), per shoe A5500
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier12 claims23 services$61.35 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 2

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

THOMAJAN FOOT CARE PA
Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)
5000 BEE CAVES RD STE 202
WEST LAKE HILLS, TX 78746
Travis County (512) 328-8900
INTERVENTIONAL PARTNERS PLLC
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
5000 BEE CAVES RD STE 202
WEST LAKE HILLS, TX 78746
Travis County (512) 328-8900

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 Ricardo Chica's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ricardo Chica is 1548672850. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 21, 2014.

Where is Ricardo Chica located?

Ricardo Chica practices at 5000 Bee Caves Rd Ste 202, West Lake Hills, TX 78746. The listed phone number is (512) 328-8900.

What is Ricardo Chica's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Podiatrist, specializing in Foot & Ankle Surgery, with taxonomy code 213ES0103X.

Is Ricardo Chica enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ricardo Chica 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 Ricardo Chica accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 5 other insurers list Ricardo Chica 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 Ricardo Chica affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ricardo Chica is affiliated with St David's South Austin Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ricardo Chica was last updated on March 7, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.