NUBIA BENAVIDES FNP
NPI 1801371935
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Harlingen, TX

Active since September 25, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2121 PEASE ST, HARLINGEN, TX 78550(956) 389-4710 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 3, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 3, 2019, Sep 25, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Nubia Benavides Fnp NPPES

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

NUBIA BENAVIDES FNP (NPI 1801371935) is an individual family provider in Harlingen, Texas, licensed in Texas (AP138814) and active in the NPI registry since September 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1801371935
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameNUBIA BENAVIDESCredential: FNP
Location Address2121 PEASE STHarlingen, TX 78550-8348
Mailing Address2121 Pease StHarlingen, TX 78550-8348 · (956) 389-4710 · Fax (956) 389-3537
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateSeptember 25, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 3, 20192 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1801371935 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · AP138814
2121 PEASE ST, Harlingen, TX 78550

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Nubia Benavides 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 ID9335488808
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190227001540
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Nubia Benavides reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Urgent Care
2534 BOCA CHICA BLVD
Brownsville, TX 78521
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 22 clinicians in this Medicare group
Family Medicine
502 MADISON OAK DR STE 310
San Antonio, TX 78258
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 964 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Practice
779 NORMANDY ST, SUITE-114
Houston, TX 77015
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 40 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

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.

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
96 services14 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.
84 services46 patients
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.
69 services46 patients
Injection, ceftriaxone sodium, per 250 mg J0696
Ceftriaxone sodium is an antibiotic injection used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Each injection contains 250 mg of the medicine. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria in your body.
52 services13 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
37 services28 patients
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) 87811
This is a test to detect COVID-19, the virus causing severe respiratory illness. It uses a method called immunoassay, which identifies the virus by its unique proteins. The test is directly observed for accuracy. It helps determine if you're currently infected.
30 services28 patients

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
$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.

Family Medicine
2121 PEASE ST, SUITE 3A
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2121 PEASE ST, SUITE 305
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
2121 PEASE ST, STE 3A
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Pediatrics (Neurodevelopmental Disabilities)
2121 PEASE ST, STE 207
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Registered Nurse
2121 PEASE ST
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
2121 PEASE ST, SUITE 1D
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Clinical Medical Laboratory
2121 PEASE ST, SUITE 102
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Urology
2121 PEASE ST, SUITE 403
HARLINGEN, TX 78550

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 Nubia Benavides's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nubia Benavides is 1801371935. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 25, 2018.

Where is Nubia Benavides located?

Nubia Benavides practices at 2121 Pease St, Harlingen, TX 78550. The listed phone number is (956) 389-4710.

What is Nubia Benavides's specialty?

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

Is Nubia Benavides enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nubia Benavides 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Nubia Benavides's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Nubia Benavides reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Valley Med Urgent Care PLLC (Brownsville, TX), Bhs Physicians Network, Inc (San Antonio, TX) and Normandy Urgent Care Center PA (Houston, TX). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Nubia Benavides's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Nubia Benavides 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 Nubia Benavides 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nubia Benavides was last updated on December 3, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.