Bruce Barker, DO
NPI 1548248461 · Family Medicine Physician · Bay City, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Bruce Barker, DO is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Bay City, TX (NPI 1548248461).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548248461
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L7305 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
20 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
1,083 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 509 | $103 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 134 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 102 | $54 |
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Additional 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99439 | 90 | $46 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 60 | $122 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 173 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 700 | 208 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 570 | 112 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 503 | 73 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 414 | 133 |
| Furosemide | 358 | 86 |
| Lisinopril | 334 | 97 |
| Gabapentin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$502 across 10 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)
- 320 Main StPalacios, TX 77465-5462Phone: (361) 972-0095
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-03
- Last updated
- 2023-02-06
- Certified
- 2023-02-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bruce Barker's NPI number?
- Bruce Barker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548248461, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Bruce Barker's specialty?
- Bruce Barker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Bruce Barker located?
- Bruce Barker's practice location on file with NPPES is 2205 Avenue K, Bay City, TX 77414-5128.
- What is Bruce Barker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Bruce Barker is (979) 323-9752.
- Does Bruce Barker accept Medicare?
- Bruce Barker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Bruce Barker's NPI active?
- Yes — Bruce Barker's NPI (1548248461) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-02-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.