THOMAS PIRTLE III MD
NPI 1891786810
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Harlingen, TX

Active since October 31, 2005PECOS Enrolled
88.16/100
CMS Quality Rating
1717 TREASURE HILLS BLVD, HARLINGEN, TX 78550(956) 421-3041 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 21, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Thomas Pirtle Iii Md NPPES

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

THOMAS PIRTLE III MD (NPI 1891786810) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Harlingen, Texas, licensed in Texas (F1906) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891786810
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameTHOMAS PIRTLE IIICredential: MD
Location Address1717 TREASURE HILLS BLVDHarlingen, TX 78550-8912
Mailing Address1717 Treasure Hills BlvdHarlingen, TX 78550-8912 · (956) 421-3041
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateOctober 31, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 21, 2014
NPI 1891786810 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License Licensed in TX · F1906
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
1717 TREASURE HILLS BLVD, Harlingen, TX 78550

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid116870003TX
Medicare UPINC20540
Medicare PIN80R993TX

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 (PECOS)

Thomas Pirtle Iii Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 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.

X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
161 services121 patients
Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450
A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
35 services34 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
23 services23 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
15 services14 patients
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views 73630
An X-ray of the foot, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones and tissues in your foot. This helps to identify fractures, infections, or other abnormalities. Multiple views ensure a comprehensive examination.
12 services11 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
$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.

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.

88.16/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality59.03
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Radiation Consideration for Adult CT: Utilization of Dose Lowering Techniques
Percentage of final reports for patients aged 18 years and older undergoing CT with documentation that one or more of the following dose reduction techniques were used: - Automated exposure control - Adjustment of the mA and/or kV according to patient size -…
36%361 patients
Radiology: Reminder System for Screening Mammograms
Percentage of patients undergoing a screening mammogram whose information is entered into a reminder system with a target due date for the next mammogram
99%71 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

Clinic/Center (Radiology)
1717 TREASURE HILLS BLVD
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1717 TREASURE HILLS BLVD
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1717 TREASURE HILLS BLVD
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1717 TREASURE HILLS BLVD
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1717 TREASURE HILLS BLVD
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1717 TREASURE HILLS BLVD
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1717 TREASURE HILLS BLVD
HARLINGEN, TX 78550
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1717 TREASURE HILLS BLVD
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 Thomas Pirtle's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Pirtle is 1891786810. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 31, 2005.

Where is Thomas Pirtle located?

Thomas Pirtle practices at 1717 Treasure Hills Blvd, Harlingen, TX 78550. The listed phone number is (956) 421-3041.

What is Thomas Pirtle's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Thomas Pirtle enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas Pirtle is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Thomas Pirtle accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Thomas Pirtle 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 Thomas Pirtle was last updated on November 21, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.