DR. JENNIFER JOY LACOSS M.D.
NPI 1851657704
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in San Antonio, TX

Q: What is Jennifer Lacoss's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jennifer Lacoss is 1851657704. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 4, 2012.

Q: What is Jennifer Lacoss's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jennifer Lacoss was last updated on February 5, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since April 04, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

4502 MEDICAL DR, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229(210) 358-4000(210) 949-3060 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 5, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 5, 2025, Feb 22, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Dr. Jennifer Joy Lacoss M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JENNIFER JOY LACOSS M.D. (NPI 1851657704) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in San Antonio, Texas, licensed in Texas (Q8278) and active in the NPI registry since April 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Health System, and maintains a secondary practice location in San Antonio.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1851657704

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X

Provider Legal NameDR. JENNIFER JOY LACOSSCredential: M.D.

Location Address4502 MEDICAL DRSan Antonio, TX 78229-4402

Mailing Address7703 Floyd Curl DrSan Antonio, TX 78229-3901 · (210) 358-4000

Phone(210) 358-4000

Fax(210) 949-3060

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011

Enumeration DateApril 4, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 5, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 5, 2025

✔ NPI 1851657704 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RH0002X

License✔ Licensed in TX · Q8278

Definition

An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License Q8278 (TX)

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Geriatric MedicineTaxonomy 207RG0300X · License Q8278 (TX)

4502 MEDICAL DR, San Antonio, TX 78229

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 17979 Wurzbach RdSan Antonio, TX 78229-4427 · Phone (210) 450-2872

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid358925101TX

Other358925102TX · Cshcn

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. and more.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

Dr. Jennifer Joy Lacoss 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 ID1951625821

PECOS Enrollment IDI20160706002456

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 3

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.

87 services40 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.

64 services62 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

21 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

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

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 19

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

DR. ALLEN CLARENCE WHITFORD JR. D.O.

Emergency Medicine