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JUSTIN LLOYD WENDEL
NPI 1649901505
Physician Assistant in Harlingen, TX

Active since June 22, 2022PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1821 S SESAME SQ STE 10, HARLINGEN, TX 78550(956) 212-9377 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 1, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Justin Lloyd Wendel NPPES

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

JUSTIN LLOYD WENDEL (NPI 1649901505) is an individual physician assistant in Harlingen, Texas, licensed in Texas (PA17049) and active in the NPI registry since June 2022. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center- Brownsville, and is a graduate of Other (2022).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649901505
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameJUSTIN LLOYD WENDEL
Location Address1821 S SESAME SQ STE 10Harlingen, TX 78550-7941
Mailing Address1821 S Sesame Sq Ste 10Harlingen, TX 78550-7941 · (956) 212-9377
Phone(956) 212-9377
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2022
Enumeration DateJune 22, 2022
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 1, 2023
NPPES CertifiedOctober 1, 2023
✔ NPI 1649901505 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · PA17049
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
1821 S SESAME SQ STE 10, Harlingen, TX 78550
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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

Justin Lloyd Wendel 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 ID6406206986
PECOS Enrollment IDI20231226000135
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 6

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.
294 services112 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.
61 services57 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.
44 services42 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
42 services32 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
17 services11 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Valley Baptist Medical Center- Brownsville

Acute Care Hospitals · Brownsville, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450028
Location1040 W Jefferson StBrownsville, TX 78520 · Cameron County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

Harlingen Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Harlingen, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450855
Location5501 South Expressway 77Harlingen, TX 78550 · Cameron County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78550 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
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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 3

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

CYNTHIA TOBIAS
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1821 S SESAME SQ STE 10
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Cameron County (956) 496-2048
MRS. NELLY JUDITH VELA MSN, APRN, AGACNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1821 S SESAME SQ STE 10
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Cameron County (956) 496-2048
BENCHMARK INPATIENT SERVICES PLLC
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
1821 S SESAME SQ STE 10
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Cameron County (956) 496-2048

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 Justin Wendel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Justin Wendel is 1649901505. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 22, 2022.

Where is Justin Wendel located?

Justin Wendel practices at 1821 S Sesame Sq Ste 10, Harlingen, TX 78550. The listed phone number is (956) 212-9377.

What is Justin Wendel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Justin Wendel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Justin Wendel 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 Justin Wendel accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Justin Wendel 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 Justin Wendel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Justin Wendel is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center- Brownsville, Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company LLC and Harlingen Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Justin Wendel was last updated on October 1, 2023. 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.