JORGE BETANCO MD
NPI 1558417147
Internal Medicine in Houston, TX

Active since January 26, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1401 ST. JOSEPH PARKWAY, HOUSTON, TX 77002(713) 756-8537(713) 756-8538 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 5, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Jorge Betanco Md NPPES

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

JORGE BETANCO MD (NPI 1558417147) is an individual internal medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (N3497) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1558417147
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameJORGE BETANCOCredential: MD
Location Address1401 ST. JOSEPH PARKWAYHouston, TX 77002-8301
Mailing Address4299 San Felipe, Suite 300Houston, TX 77027-2916 · (832) 476-3900 · Fax (832) 476-6494
Fax(713) 756-8538
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateJanuary 26, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateApril 5, 2012
NPI 1558417147 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in TX · N3497
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.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License TL-1979 (CO)
1401 ST. JOSEPH PARKWAY, Houston, TX 77002

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare PINTXB146224TX

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

Jorge Betanco 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 ID7113073495
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090929000355
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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
1,224 services148 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
156 services128 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
106 services95 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Baptist Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450058
Location111 Dallas StreetSan Antonio, TX 78205 · Bexar County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Fort Duncan Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Eagle Pass, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450092
Location3333 N Foster Maldonado BlvdEagle Pass, TX 78852 · Maverick County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Val Verde Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Del Rio, TX
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number450154
Location801 Bedell AveDel Rio, TX 78840 · Val Verde County
Emergency services

Otto Kaiser Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Kenedy, TX
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number451364
Location3349 S Highway 181Kenedy, TX 78119 · Karnes County
Emergency services

Dimmit Regional Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Carrizo Springs, TX
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number451390
Location704 Hospital DriveCarrizo Springs, TX 78834 · Dimmit County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77002 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
$134.06 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
100%27 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
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 2

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

Collagen dressing, sterile, size 16 sq. in. or less, each A6021
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
1 supplier11 claims401 services$20.51 avg. paid by Medicare
Alginate or other fiber gelling dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., each dressing A6197
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
1 supplier11 claims226 services$16.02 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 3

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

Internal Medicine
1401 ST. JOSEPH PARKWAY
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1401 ST. JOSEPH PARKWAY, SKS1106A
HOUSTO, TX 77002
Internal Medicine
1401 ST. JOSEPH PARKWAY
HOUSTON, TX 77002

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 Jorge Betanco's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jorge Betanco is 1558417147. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 26, 2007.

Where is Jorge Betanco located?

Jorge Betanco practices at 1401 St. Joseph Parkway, Houston, TX 77002. The listed phone number is (713) 756-8537.

What is Jorge Betanco's specialty?

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

Is Jorge Betanco enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jorge Betanco 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 Jorge Betanco accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc., Molina Healthcare and Oscar Insurance Company list Jorge Betanco 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 Jorge Betanco affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Jorge Betanco is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center, Fort Duncan Medical Center, Val Verde Regional Medical Center, Otto Kaiser Memorial Hospital and Dimmit Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jorge Betanco was last updated on April 5, 2012. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.