DR. RONALD W BRUCE D.O.
NPI 1922145168
Internal Medicine in Rockport, TX

Active since January 30, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
1121 HIGHWAY 35 N, ROCKPORT, TX 78382(361) 729-5388(361) 729-5917 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 7, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Ronald W Bruce D.o. NPPES

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

DR. RONALD W BRUCE D.O. (NPI 1922145168) is an individual internal medicine provider in Rockport, Texas, licensed in Texas (G8675) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi, and is a graduate of Other (1981).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1922145168
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RONALD W BRUCECredential: D.O.
Location Address1121 HIGHWAY 35 NRockport, TX 78382-3112
Mailing Address1121 Highway 35 NRockport, TX 78382-3112 · (361) 729-5388 · Fax (361) 729-5917
Fax(361) 729-5917
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1981
Enumeration DateJanuary 30, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMay 7, 2024
NPPES CertifiedMay 7, 2024
NPI 1922145168 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in TX · G8675
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
1121 HIGHWAY 35 N, Rockport, TX 78382

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid137192408TX

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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Ronald W Bruce D.o. 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 ID9537140736
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040525000753
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 37

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 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.
2,835 services726 patients
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490
Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.
2,441 services305 patients
Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99439
Chronic Care Management services involve regular check-ins with healthcare professionals to manage two or more chronic conditions. It includes an additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time per month, directed by a healthcare professional, to ensure optimal health management.
1,890 services299 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
504 services504 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.
423 services286 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
340 services340 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi

Acute Care Hospitals · Corpus Christi, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450046
Location600 Elizabeth StreetCorpus Christi, TX 78404 · Nueces County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Corpus Christi Medical Center,the

Acute Care Hospitals · Corpus Christi, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number450788
Location6629 Woodridge RoadCorpus Christi, TX 78414 · Nueces County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78382 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Reported Quality Measures

Medication Reconciliation Post-Discharge
The percentage of discharges from any inpatient facility (e.g. hospital, skilled nursing facility, or rehabilitation facility) for patients 18 years and older of age seen within 30 days following discharge in the office by the physician, prescribing…
Patients 65+: 100% · 90 patients
100%96 patients
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
35%622 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 26

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
7 suppliers25 claims87 services$6.29 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
4 suppliers11 claims20 services$1.20 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers13 claims13 services$39.04 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers16 claims16 services$105.00 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers15 claims39 services$42.55 avg. paid by Medicare
Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers17 claims85 services$20.92 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 (Dental)
1121 HIGHWAY 35 N
ROCKPORT, TX 78382
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
1121 HIGHWAY 35 N
ROCKPORT, TX 78382
Internal Medicine
1121 HIGHWAY 35 N
ROCKPORT, TX 78382
Nurse Practitioner
1121 HIGHWAY 35 N
ROCKPORT, TX 78382
Specialist
1121 HIGHWAY 35 N
ROCKPORT, TX 78382
Family Medicine
1121 HIGHWAY 35 N
ROCKPORT, TX 78382
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
1121 HIGHWAY 35 N
ROCKPORT, TX 78382
Internal Medicine
1121 HIGHWAY 35 N
ROCKPORT, TX 78382

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 Ronald Bruce's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ronald Bruce is 1922145168. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 30, 2007.

Where is Ronald Bruce located?

Ronald Bruce practices at 1121 Highway 35 N, Rockport, TX 78382. The listed phone number is (361) 729-5388.

What is Ronald Bruce's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Ronald Bruce enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ronald Bruce 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.

What insurance does Ronald Bruce accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and UnitedHealthcare list Ronald Bruce 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 Ronald Bruce affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ronald Bruce is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi and Corpus Christi Medical Center,the.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ronald Bruce was last updated on May 7, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.