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RYAN VILLAFUERTE
NPI 1639819493
Internal Medicine in San Benito, TX

Active since March 30, 2022PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
351 N SAM HOUSTON BLVD, SAN BENITO, TX 78586(956) 247-7000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 7, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Ryan Villafuerte NPPES

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

RYAN VILLAFUERTE (NPI 1639819493) is an individual internal medicine provider in San Benito, Texas, licensed in Texas (V2313) and active in the NPI registry since March 2022. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company Llc, and is a graduate of Other (2022).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639819493
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameRYAN VILLAFUERTE
Location Address351 N SAM HOUSTON BLVDSan Benito, TX 78586-4656
Mailing Address351 N Sam Houston BlvdSan Benito, TX 78586-4656
Phone(956) 247-7000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2022
Enumeration DateMarch 30, 2022
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 7, 2025
NPPES CertifiedAugust 7, 2025
✔ NPI 1639819493 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 · V2313
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
351 N SAM HOUSTON BLVD, San Benito, TX 78586
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.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

Ryan Villafuerte 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 ID2668972779
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250822004033
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.

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company LLC

Acute Care Hospitals · Harlingen, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450033
Location2101 Pease StHarlingen, TX 78550 · Cameron County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78586 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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 20

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

MIREYA GARCIA
Physician Assistant
351 N SAM HOUSTON BLVD
SAN BENITO, TX 78586
Cameron County (956) 399-2443
MICHELLE A LEAL
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
351 N SAM HOUSTON BLVD
SAN BENITO, TX 78586
Cameron County (956) 247-7000
SAN BENITO MEDICAL ASSOCIATES, PLLC
Family Medicine
351 N SAM HOUSTON BLVD
SAN BENITO, TX 78586
Cameron County (956) 247-7000
MIR YAWAR ALI MD
Internal Medicine
351 N SAM HOUSTON BLVD
SAN BENITO, TX 78586
Cameron County (956) 247-7000
MRS. KASANDRA PAREDES
Physician Assistant (Medical)
351 N SAM HOUSTON BLVD
SAN BENITO, TX 78586
Cameron County (956) 247-7000
DR. WILLIAM H HEINS M.D.
Family Medicine
351 N SAM HOUSTON BLVD
SAN BENITO, TX 78586
Cameron County (956) 399-2443
CRISTINA ALMANZA ADAMS FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
351 N SAM HOUSTON BLVD
SAN BENITO, TX 78586
Cameron County (956) 247-7050
DR. JOY ANNE FAYE KROES M.D.
Family Medicine
351 N SAM HOUSTON BLVD
SAN BENITO, TX 78586
Cameron County (956) 247-7000

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 Ryan Villafuerte's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ryan Villafuerte is 1639819493. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 30, 2022.

Where is Ryan Villafuerte located?

Ryan Villafuerte practices at 351 N Sam Houston Blvd, San Benito, TX 78586. The listed phone number is (956) 247-7000.

What is Ryan Villafuerte's specialty?

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

Is Ryan Villafuerte enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ryan Villafuerte 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 Ryan Villafuerte accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Ryan Villafuerte 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 Ryan Villafuerte affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ryan Villafuerte is affiliated with Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company LLC.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ryan Villafuerte was last updated on August 7, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.