Ricardo Alberto Pacheco Torres, M.D.
NPI 1265814776 · Internal Medicine Physician · Brownsville, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ricardo Alberto Pacheco Torres, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Brownsville, TX (NPI 1265814776).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265814776
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R5177 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
156 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 36 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 26 | $10 |
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Automated81001 | 23 | $3 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 23 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Basic Group of Blood Chemicals (calcium, Total)80048 | 17 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 17 | $13 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 57 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 327 | 111 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 165 | 55 |
| Losartan Potassium | 121 | 36 |
| Lisinopril | 111 | 38 |
| Glipizidebrand: Glipizide Er | 97 | 26 |
| Metformin Hclbrand: Metformin Hcl Er | 94 | 33 |
| Gabapentin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$69 across 3 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)
- 2102 Treasure Hills BlvdHarlingen, TX 78550-8736Phone: (956) 365-8805Fax: (956) 365-8806
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-06-19
- Last updated
- 2021-05-13
- Certified
- 2021-05-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ricardo Alberto Pacheco Torres's NPI number?
- Ricardo Alberto Pacheco Torres's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265814776, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ricardo Alberto Pacheco Torres's specialty?
- Ricardo Alberto Pacheco Torres is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ricardo Alberto Pacheco Torres located?
- Ricardo Alberto Pacheco Torres's practice location on file with NPPES is 191 E Price Rd, Brownsville, TX 78521.
- What is Ricardo Alberto Pacheco Torres's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ricardo Alberto Pacheco Torres is (956) 548-7400.
- Does Ricardo Alberto Pacheco Torres accept Medicare?
- Ricardo Alberto Pacheco Torres is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ricardo Alberto Pacheco Torres's NPI active?
- Yes — Ricardo Alberto Pacheco Torres's NPI (1265814776) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-05-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.