Rene Vela, MD
NPI 1346353414 · Family Medicine Physician · Alamo, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rene Vela, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Alamo, TX (NPI 1346353414).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1346353414
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- J4585 (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
19 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
1,509 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 | 458 | $122 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 349 | $87 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 289 | $9 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 117 | $14 |
| Brief Communication Technology-Based Service, E.g. Virtual Check-In, By a Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Who Can Report Evaluation and Management Services, Provided to an Established Patient, Not Originating From a Related E/M ServicG2012 | 86 | $13 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent Visit |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 202 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,412 | 452 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 1,038 | 318 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 960 | 268 |
| Lisinopril | 932 | 274 |
| Gabapentin | 859 | 266 |
| Baclofen | 841 | 303 |
| Omeprazole | 711 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$192 across 9 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
- 2006-08-15
- Last updated
- 2021-09-28
- Certified
- 2021-09-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rene Vela's NPI number?
- Rene Vela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346353414, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rene Vela's specialty?
- Rene Vela is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rene Vela located?
- Rene Vela's practice location on file with NPPES is 401 S Alamo Rd, Alamo, TX 78516.
- What is Rene Vela's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rene Vela is (956) 781-5590.
- Does Rene Vela accept Medicare?
- Rene Vela is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rene Vela's NPI active?
- Yes — Rene Vela's NPI (1346353414) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.