Jim Fernandez, MD
NPI 1831135953 · Sports Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician · Austin, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jim Fernandez, MD is a Sports Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician provider in Austin, TX (NPI 1831135953).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831135953
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Sports Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L2246 (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
20 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
2,540 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Therapy Procedure Using Exercise to Develop Strength, Endurance, Range of Motion, and Flexibility, Each 15 Minutes97110 | 462 | $21 |
| Therapy Procedure to Re-Educate Brain-To-Nerve-To-Muscle Function, Each 15 Minutes97112 | 283 | $27 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 218 | $83 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 209 | $119 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Manual Technique, Each 15 Minutes97140 | 200 | $19 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Functional Activities97530 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 117 | 73 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 82 | 63 |
| Celecoxib | 65 | 47 |
| Tramadol Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Tramadol Hcl-Acetaminophen | 59 | 34 |
| Prednisone | 44 | 42 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 17 | 12 |
| Gabapentin | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$187 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
- 2006-06-20
- Last updated
- 2011-02-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jim Fernandez's NPI number?
- Jim Fernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831135953, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jim Fernandez's specialty?
- Jim Fernandez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Sports Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jim Fernandez located?
- Jim Fernandez's practice location on file with NPPES is 900 W 38th St, Austin, TX 78705-1127.
- What is Jim Fernandez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jim Fernandez is (512) 450-1300.
- Does Jim Fernandez accept Medicare?
- Jim Fernandez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jim Fernandez's NPI active?
- Yes — Jim Fernandez's NPI (1831135953) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-02-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.