Garth Vaz, M.D.
NPI 1285636647 · Family Medicine Physician · Gonzales, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Garth Vaz, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Gonzales, TX (NPI 1285636647).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1285636647
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- J3644 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,823 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 613 | $122 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 298 | $60 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 277 | $9 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 227 | $14 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 191 | $2 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Level82947 | 159 | $4 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 102 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lisinopril | 211 | 60 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 190 | 33 |
| Simvastatin | 183 | 45 |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | 174 | 63 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 169 | 58 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 166 | 52 |
| Gabapentin | 162 | 51 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-15
- Last updated
- 2016-07-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Garth Vaz's NPI number?
- Garth Vaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285636647, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Garth Vaz's specialty?
- Garth Vaz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Garth Vaz located?
- Garth Vaz's practice location on file with NPPES is 1103 N Sarah Dewitt Dr, Gonzales, TX 78629-3311.
- What is Garth Vaz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Garth Vaz is (830) 672-2424.
- Does Garth Vaz accept Medicare?
- Garth Vaz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Garth Vaz's NPI active?
- Yes — Garth Vaz's NPI (1285636647) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-07-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.