Jason Defrancis, MD
NPI 1801028717 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Laredo, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jason Defrancis, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Laredo, TX (NPI 1801028717).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1801028717
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- N5009 (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
16 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
712 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 306 | $82 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 93 | $64 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 69 | $117 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 63 | $102 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 62 | $51 |
| Injection Into Tendon Or Ligament |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 400 | 245 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 189 | 105 |
| Meloxicam | 162 | 137 |
| Gabapentin | 140 | 111 |
| Baclofen | 110 | 91 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 81 | 52 |
| Ibuprofen | 44 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$497 across 6 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
- 2009-08-12
- Last updated
- 2021-09-30
- Certified
- 2021-09-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jason Defrancis's NPI number?
- Jason Defrancis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801028717, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jason Defrancis's specialty?
- Jason Defrancis is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jason Defrancis located?
- Jason Defrancis's practice location on file with NPPES is 1710 E Saunders St, Laredo, TX 78041-5443.
- What is Jason Defrancis's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jason Defrancis is (956) 726-5333.
- Does Jason Defrancis accept Medicare?
- Jason Defrancis is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jason Defrancis's NPI active?
- Yes — Jason Defrancis's NPI (1801028717) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.