Jose Lerma, M.D.
NPI 1164832515 · Internal Medicine Physician · Weslaco, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jose Lerma, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Weslaco, TX (NPI 1164832515).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164832515
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- BP10049392 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 199 | 90 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 136 | 54 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 133 | 60 |
| Lisinopril | 118 | 52 |
| Losartan Potassium | 117 | 52 |
| Metformin Hcl | 109 | 52 |
| Empagliflozin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$637 across 41 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 330 N Ohio AveMercedes, TX 78570-2728Phone: (956) 565-1561Fax: (956) 565-5373
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-05-06
- Last updated
- 2025-12-26
- Certified
- 2025-12-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jose Lerma's NPI number?
- Jose Lerma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164832515, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jose Lerma's specialty?
- Jose Lerma is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jose Lerma located?
- Jose Lerma's practice location on file with NPPES is 906 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco, TX 78596-7129.
- What is Jose Lerma's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jose Lerma is (956) 447-8600.
- Does Jose Lerma accept Medicare?
- Jose Lerma is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jose Lerma's NPI active?
- Yes — Jose Lerma's NPI (1164832515) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.