Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Jose Ortega, PA
Physician Assistant · Weslaco, TX
- NPI 1598739419
- 20 yrs on file
- Male
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
909 S Airport Dr
Weslaco, TX 785966651
(956) 968-0560
fax (956) 969-0014
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #PA00371
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1598739419. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
163
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$11,744
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 92 | 53 | $105 | |
82948 |
Blood glucose (sugar) measurement using reagent strip | 31 | 22 | $5 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 25 | 23 | $74 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 15 | 14 | $8 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Weslaco Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 45. This provider delivers 3.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$369
Transactions
11
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 2 | $133.75 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $92.18 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 3 | $59.02 | |
| Exact Sciences Corporation | 2 | $31.39 | |
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $21.74 | |
| Astellas Pharma US INC | 1 | $15.58 | |
| Mannkind Corporation | 1 | $15.09 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,234
Patients
841
Total drug cost
$41,455
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 231 | 85 | $4,267 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 227 | 75 | $2,300 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 199 | 76 | $2,466 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 173 | 66 | $3,156 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 155 | 67 | $2,200 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 152 | 53 | $3,997 |
| Montelukast Sodium | Generic | 147 | 52 | $2,918 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 141 | 55 | $1,991 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 136 | 55 | $2,601 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 135 | 54 | $8,712 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Jose Ortega's medical specialty?
Dr. Jose Ortega practices Physician Assistant in Weslaco, TX.
Where does Dr. Jose Ortega practice?
Dr. Jose Ortega practices at 909 S Airport Dr, Weslaco, TX 785966651. Office phone: 9569680560.
What is Dr. Jose Ortega's NPI?
Dr. Jose Ortega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598739419, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Jose Ortega commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Blood glucose (sugar) measurement using reagent strip (HCPCS 82948); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.