MR. TOMAS MERCADO FNP
NPI 1780252924
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Brownsville, TX

Active since June 15, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1040 W JEFFERSON ST, BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520(956) 350-5444 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 3, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 3, 2026, Jun 15, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Mr. Tomas Mercado Fnp NPPES

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

MR. TOMAS MERCADO FNP (NPI 1780252924) is an individual family provider in Brownsville, Texas, licensed in Texas (1035262) and active in the NPI registry since June 2021. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center- Brownsville, and maintains a secondary practice location in Harlingen.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1780252924
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMR. TOMAS MERCADOCredential: FNP
Location Address1040 W JEFFERSON STBrownsville, TX 78520-6338
Mailing Address1821 S Sesame Sq Ste 17Harlingen, TX 78550-8357
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2020
Enumeration DateJune 15, 2021
Last NPPES UpdateApril 3, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 3, 2026
NPI 1780252924 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License Licensed in TX · 1035262
Also ListedNurse PractitionerTaxonomy 363L00000X · License 1035262 (TX)
1040 W JEFFERSON ST, Brownsville, TX 78520

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11821 S Sesame Sq Ste 17Harlingen, TX 78550-8357 · Phone (956) 230-0861 · Fax (956) 230-0865

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

Mr. Tomas Mercado Fnp 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 ID1052791555
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220630000062
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.
230 services99 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.
81 services22 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.
55 services52 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.
49 services46 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.
46 services22 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 services27 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 78520 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 20

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1040 W JEFFERSON ST
BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1040 W JEFFERSON ST
BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520
Emergency Medicine
1040 W JEFFERSON ST
BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520
Emergency Medicine
1040 W JEFFERSON ST
BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1040 W JEFFERSON ST
BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520
Physician Assistant
1040 W JEFFERSON ST
BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520
Emergency Medicine (Emergency Medical Services)
1040 W JEFFERSON ST
BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520
General Acute Care Hospital
1040 W JEFFERSON ST
BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520

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 Tomas Mercado's NPI number?

The NPI number for Tomas Mercado is 1780252924. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 15, 2021.

Where is Tomas Mercado located?

Tomas Mercado practices at 1040 W Jefferson St, Brownsville, TX 78520. The listed phone number is (956) 350-5444.

What is Tomas Mercado's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Tomas Mercado enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Tomas Mercado 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 Tomas Mercado accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 3 other insurers list Tomas Mercado 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 Tomas Mercado affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Tomas Mercado 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 Tomas Mercado was last updated on April 3, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.