Paul Bongat, D.O.
NPI 1245682020 · Internal Medicine Physician · Corpus Christi, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Bongat, D.O. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Corpus Christi, TX (NPI 1245682020).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245682020
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- OS16150 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,273 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. 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 .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,156 | $122 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 548 | $16 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 139 | $98 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 132 | $124 |
| Administration of Non-Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96401 | 103 | $69 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 394 | 50 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 149 | 78 |
| Prednisone | 138 | 69 |
| Celecoxib | 107 | 61 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 99 | 42 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 99 | 52 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,238 across 192 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-07-06
- Last updated
- 2023-08-25
- Certified
- 2023-08-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Bongat's NPI number?
- Paul Bongat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245682020, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Bongat's specialty?
- Paul Bongat is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Bongat located?
- Paul Bongat's practice location on file with NPPES is 613 Elizabeth St Ste 704, Corpus Christi, TX 78404-2231.
- What is Paul Bongat's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Bongat is (361) 885-0010.
- Does Paul Bongat accept Medicare?
- Paul Bongat is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Bongat's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Bongat's NPI (1245682020) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.