Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Hector Acosta Tapia, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Laredo, TX
- NPI 1386669661
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1700 E Saunders St
Laredo, TX 780415401
(800) 893-9698 - Mailing address
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200 Corporate Blvd, Suite 201
Lafayette, LA 705083870
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #L9984
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1386669661. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
920
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$123,315
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 360 | 349 | $178 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 193 | 187 | $122 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 172 | 164 | $8 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 144 | 141 | $214 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 38 | 37 | $73 | |
99282 |
Emergency department visit with straightforward medical decision making | 13 | 13 | $42 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Laredo Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 103. This provider delivers 8.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$108
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inari Medical, INC. | 1 | $87.59 | |
| Csl Behring | 1 | $20.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
434
Patients
429
Total drug cost
$3,131
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 61 | 60 | $113 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 56 | 55 | $90 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 46 | 46 | $477 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 38 | 38 | $158 |
| Cefuroxime (Cefuroxime Axetil) | Brand | 31 | 29 | $455 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 28 | 28 | $147 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 25 | 25 | $107 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 22 | 22 | $191 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 21 | 21 | $191 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 19 | 19 | $77 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Hector Acosta Tapia's medical specialty?
Dr. Hector Acosta Tapia practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Laredo, TX.
Where does Dr. Hector Acosta Tapia practice?
Dr. Hector Acosta Tapia practices at 1700 E Saunders St, Laredo, TX 780415401. Office phone: 8008939698.
What is Dr. Hector Acosta Tapia's NPI?
Dr. Hector Acosta Tapia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386669661, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Hector Acosta Tapia accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Hector Acosta Tapia accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Hector Acosta Tapia commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.