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DR. THOMAS LEE HAND M.D.
NPI 1831517572
Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Trauma in San Antonio, TX

Active since March 31, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
90.37/100
CMS Quality Rating
4502 MEDICAL DR, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229(210) 743-2900(210) 358-8451 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 18, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 18, 2025, Aug 26, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Thomas Lee Hand M.d. NPPES

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

DR. THOMAS LEE HAND M.D. (NPI 1831517572) is an individual orthopaedic trauma provider in San Antonio, Texas, licensed in Texas (S1117) and active in the NPI registry since March 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Monument Health Rapid City Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831517572
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XX0801X
Provider Legal NameDR. THOMAS LEE HANDCredential: M.D.
Location Address4502 MEDICAL DRSan Antonio, TX 78229-4402
Mailing Address4502 Medical DrSan Antonio, TX 78229-4402 · (210) 743-2900 · Fax (210) 358-8451
Phone(210) 743-2900
Fax(210) 358-8451
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At San AntonioGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 18, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 18, 2025
✔ NPI 1831517572 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Orthopaedic TraumaAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XX0801X
License✔ Licensed in TX · S1117
Definition
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic trauma surgeons deal with the evaluation and management of acute orthopaedic injuries, evaluation and treatment of post-traumatic deformities and nonunions, acute and delayed reconstruction of pelvic and acetabular fractures, as well as osteotomy in the adult hip for treatment of hip arthritis.
Also ListedOrthopaedic SurgeryTaxonomy 207X00000X · License S1117 (TX)
4502 MEDICAL DR, San Antonio, TX 78229
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid399626601TX
Other399626602TX · Cshcn

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Avera Health Plans, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community First and more.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

Dr. Thomas Lee Hand M.d. 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 ID4385978451
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190624001129, I20210514001898
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Thomas Hand reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Uthscsa Dental School
0.2 mi
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
7703 FLOYD CURL DR
San Antonio, TX 78229
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: University Of Texas Health Science Center At San Antonio
  • 2,397 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1750403887 (210) 567-3274
Acute Care Surgery Of South Dakota PC
1,033 mi
Orthopaedic Surgery
1635 CAREGIVER CIR
Rapid City, SD 57702
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Dakota enrollment
  • 87 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1730797184 (916) 441-0400

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 5

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.

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.
40 services31 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
37 services37 patients
Treatment of broken neck of thigh bone with bone implant 27245
This procedure involves repairing a fractured thigh bone by inserting a bone implant. The implant helps stabilize the bone, allowing it to heal correctly. It's performed under anesthesia and requires a hospital stay for recovery.
36 services36 patients
Treatment of upper end of broken thigh bone with placement of stabilizing device or prosthetic replacement 27236
This procedure involves treating a fracture at the top of your thigh bone. A stabilizing device or prosthetic replacement is placed to aid in healing. This helps restore mobility and function while reducing pain. The treatment aims for a quick and safe recovery.
16 services16 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.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Monument Health Rapid City Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Rapid City, SD
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number430077
Location353 Fairmont BlvdRapid City, SD 57701 · Pennington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number450213
Location4502 Medical DrSan Antonio, TX 78229 · Bexar County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450388
Location7700 Floyd Curl DrSan Antonio, TX 78229 · Bexar County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

90.37/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality81.72
Improvement Activities40

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.

EDUARDO N. POLLONO MD
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
4502 MEDICAL DR
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Bexar County (210) 358-4000
DR. MAHDIEH IRAN NEJAD PARIZI M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
4502 MEDICAL DR
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Bexar County (210) 358-2015
RICHARD LEE BALLENTINE D.M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
4502 MEDICAL DR
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Bexar County (210) 358-2015
MR. STEVAN REYES PTA
Physical Therapy Assistant
4502 MEDICAL DR
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Bexar County (210) 358-4253
MRS. CLAIRE LELEUX BEADLE CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
4502 MEDICAL DR
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Bexar County (210) 358-4000
NNENNA AWAGU CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
4502 MEDICAL DR
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Bexar County (210) 567-4500
DR. CYNTHIA N NGUYEN PHARMD
Pharmacist
4502 MEDICAL DR
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Bexar County (210) 743-4034
DR. JONATHAN EDWARD SLOVIK MD
Hospitalist
4502 MEDICAL DR
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Bexar County (210) 358-4000

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 Thomas Hand's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Hand is 1831517572. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2014.

Where is Thomas Hand located?

Thomas Hand practices at 4502 Medical Dr, San Antonio, TX 78229. The listed phone number is (210) 743-2900.

What is Thomas Hand's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Orthopaedic Trauma, with taxonomy code 207XX0801X.

Is Thomas Hand enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas Hand 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 Thomas Hand's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Thomas Hand reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Uthscsa Dental School (San Antonio, TX) and Acute Care Surgery Of South Dakota PC (Rapid City, SD). 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 Thomas Hand's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Thomas Hand accept?

Health plans from Avera Health Plans, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community First, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. and Oscar Insurance Company and 1 other insurer list Thomas Hand 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 Thomas Hand affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Thomas Hand is affiliated with Monument Health Rapid City Hospital, University Health System and Methodist Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thomas Hand was last updated on December 18, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.