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DR. MICHAEL ANTHONY HERNANDEZ MD
NPI 1851380885
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Corpus Christi, TX

Active since October 21, 2005PECOS Enrolled
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD, CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78417(361) 906-0166(361) 994-7550 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 27, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 27, 2021, Mar 11, 2020, Feb 15, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Michael Anthony Hernandez Md NPPES

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

DR. MICHAEL ANTHONY HERNANDEZ MD (NPI 1851380885) is an individual psychiatry provider in Corpus Christi, Texas, licensed in Texas (L6426) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Indiana University School Of Medicine (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1851380885
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. MICHAEL ANTHONY HERNANDEZCredential: MD
Location Address5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RDCorpus Christi, TX 78417-9765
Mailing Address5440 Old Brownsville RdCorpus Christi, TX 78417-9765 · (361) 906-0166 · Fax (361) 994-7550
Phone(361) 906-0166
Fax(361) 994-7550
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSIndiana University School Of MedicineGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateOctober 21, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 27, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 27, 2021
✔ NPI 1851380885 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in TX · L6426
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD, Corpus Christi, TX 78417
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Other Identifiers 4

Other611556TX · Medicare
Medicaid171789402TX
Medicaid171789403TX
Medicaid171789401TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan, Cigna Healthcare 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 (PECOS)

Dr. Michael Anthony Hernandez Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID749234011
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050309000646
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

5

Medicare enrollment records show Michael Hernandez reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

M Hernandez MD PLLC
Same address
Psychiatry
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD
Corpus Christi, TX 78417
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
NPI 1194984856 (361) 906-0166
Health And Human Services Commission
2.0 mi
Intermediate Care Facility, Intellectual Disabilities
902 AIRPORT RD
Corpus Christi, TX 78405
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 452 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1134208952 (361) 888-5301
Nueces County Mental Health & Mental Retardation Community Ctr
2.6 mi
Psychiatry
3733 S PORT AVE
Corpus Christi, TX 78415
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 22 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1255357828 (361) 886-6900
Southtown Psychiatry PLLC
136 mi
Psychiatry
909 NE LOOP 410 STE 600
San Antonio, TX 78209
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 37 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1457167702 (210) 343-5121
Lubbock Regional Mhmr Center
477 mi
Clinic/Center
1950 ASPEN AVE
Lubbock, TX 79404
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 61 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1992708705 (806) 766-0213

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

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.
18 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78417 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
$166.88 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $41.72 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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 10

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

DIVINA DAGATAN LEWIS NP
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78417
Nueces County (361) 452-1151
PSYCHIATRIC SPECIALISTS OF TEXAS PLLC
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78417
Nueces County (361) 452-1151
M HERNANDEZ MD PLLC
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78417
Nueces County (361) 906-0166
MR. JOSEPH E WHITFIELD SR. P.A.
Physician Assistant
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78417
Nueces County (361) 452-1151
MRS. DEBRA JEAN LAZARTE LCSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78417
Nueces County (361) 779-2890
RAFAEL F GARCIA MD
General Practice
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78417
Nueces County (361) 226-7419
MRS. NORAMI ORTIZ RD, LD
Dietitian, Registered
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78417
Nueces County (361) 452-1151
FRESH START BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES
Counselor (Mental Health)
5440 OLD BROWNSVILLE RD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78417
Nueces County (361) 452-1151

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 Michael Hernandez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Hernandez is 1851380885. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 21, 2005.

Where is Michael Hernandez located?

Michael Hernandez practices at 5440 Old Brownsville Rd, Corpus Christi, TX 78417. The listed phone number is (361) 906-0166.

What is Michael Hernandez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Michael Hernandez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Hernandez is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Michael Hernandez's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Michael Hernandez reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: M Hernandez MD PLLC (Corpus Christi, TX), Health And Human Services Commission (Corpus Christi, TX), Nueces County Mental Health & Mental Retardation Community Ctr (Corpus Christi, TX), Southtown Psychiatry PLLC (San Antonio, TX) and Lubbock Regional Mhmr Center (Lubbock, 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 Michael Hernandez's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Michael Hernandez accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan, Cigna Healthcare and WellPoint list Michael Hernandez 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 Michael Hernandez was last updated on January 27, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.