Active NPI 1902801988 Individual Practitioner Male Practitioner

Dr. James Turner Wright , MD

Otolaryngology • Edinburg, TX

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. James Wright, MD is a certified Otolaryngology practicing in Edinburg, TX. With approximately 36 years of clinical experience since graduating from University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas in 1990, Dr. Wright delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 3118 CENTER POINTE DRIVE.

Dr. Wright maintains professional affiliations with Monty V. Trimble , Md, P.A, Renaissance Medical Foundation and accepts Medicare assignment.

Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include established patient outpatient office visit, placement of ear probe for computerized measurement of sound with interpretation and report, new patient outpatient office visit. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

3118 Center Pointe Drive

Edinburg, TX 78539

Telephone 9566888056

Fax 9566888066

Associated Practice Facility / Clinic

🏢 Wright Sinus Choice Pllc Facility NPI 1578493854

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas

Graduation Year

1990

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Otolaryngology in Edinburg, TX

Senior Veteran Specialist (>20 Yrs)

Practitioner Clinical Experience

36 Yrs +2.0 yrs vs City Avg

City Avg: 34.0 Yrs

State Avg: 26.1 Yrs

Regional Practice Density

3 Specialists

Practicing in Edinburg, TX (840 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate

0.0% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount

80.5% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Wright (36 Years) 36 Yrs

Edinburg Specialty Average (34.0 Years) 34.0 Yrs

Performed Procedures & Service Volume

Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner

CMS Official Data (2024)

Reporting Year:

HCPCS Code & Description	Services	Patients	Submitted Charge	Medicare Allowed
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	106	83	$206.77	$90.57
92587 Placement of ear probe for computerized measurement of sound with interpretation and report	51	37	$140.55	$16.44
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	46	46	$303.48	$111.38
30802 Destruction of soft tissue in nasal passages	30	30	$828.09	$137.71
31295 Dilation of nasal sinus using an endoscope	28	28	$11674.04	$2007.13
61782 Computer-assisted procedure outside membrane covering brain	28	28	$519.00	$170.81
31298 Dilation of nasal sinus using an endoscope	26	26	$22321.80	$4305.70
92567 Eardrum testing using ear probe	25	23	$53.47	$16.14
99212 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more	21	19	$161.61	$57.28
69210 Removal of impacted ear wax	19	17	$170.33	$47.98
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	17	16	$352.85	$130.64
31575 Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope	16	14	$363.34	$128.98
70486 CT scan of face	15	14	$495.29	$97.96

HCPCS Code & Description	Services	Patients	Submitted Charge	Medicare Allowed
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	140	105	$201.00	$86.83
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	65	65	$299.00	$107.52
92567 Eardrum testing using ear probe	58	54	$54.00	$15.85
92587 Placement of ear probe for computerized measurement of sound with interpretation and report	36	35	$153.00	$21.14
70486 CT scan of face	33	33	$525.00	$88.05
30802 Destruction of soft tissue in nasal passages	23	23	$831.00	$158.24
31575 Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope	23	23	$371.00	$124.70
31298 Dilation of nasal sinus using an endoscope	19	19	$22286.00	$4561.24
31295 Dilation of nasal sinus using an endoscope	18	18	$11870.00	$2150.25
61782 Computer-assisted procedure outside membrane covering brain	18	18	$519.00	$165.63

HCPCS Code & Description	Services	Patients	Submitted Charge	Medicare Allowed
95004 Test for allergy using allergenic extract	693	11	$14.00	$3.49
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	329	217	$201.00	$87.47
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	154	154	$299.00	$108.71
92567 Eardrum testing using ear probe	129	121	$54.00	$16.21
92587 Placement of ear probe for computerized measurement of sound with interpretation and report	78	73	$153.00	$21.64
70486 CT scan of face	70	68	$525.00	$90.78
30802 Destruction of soft tissue in nasal passages	44	42	$831.00	$148.33
61782 Computer-assisted procedure outside membrane covering brain	39	39	$519.00	$162.28
31295 Dilation of nasal sinus using an endoscope	39	39	$11717.82	$2190.26
31298 Dilation of nasal sinus using an endoscope	37	37	$21984.84	$4659.77
31575 Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope	28	24	$371.00	$126.83
G0268 Removal of impacted cerumen (one or both ears) by physician on same date of service as audiologic function testing	19	19	$148.00	$50.42
69210 Removal of impacted ear wax	15	15	$193.00	$45.97
92557 Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test	11	11	$121.00	$36.91

HCPCS Code & Description	Services	Patients	Submitted Charge	Medicare Allowed
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	305	184	$201.00	$88.56
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	150	150	$299.00	$107.85
92567 Eardrum testing using ear probe	100	97	$54.00	$16.04
92587 Placement of ear probe for computerized measurement of sound with interpretation and report	78	77	$153.00	$21.73
70486 CT scan of face	42	41	$525.00	$92.32
30802 Destruction of soft tissue in nasal passages	37	37	$831.00	$154.52
61782 Computer-assisted procedure outside membrane covering brain	34	34	$519.00	$167.12
31295 Dilation of nasal sinus using an endoscope	33	33	$11870.00	$2495.23
31298 Dilation of nasal sinus using an endoscope	31	31	$22286.00	$5247.23
69210 Removal of impacted ear wax	19	17	$193.00	$46.11
31575 Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope	18	16	$371.00	$125.09
92537 Test to assess balance during warm and cool irrigation in both ears	12	12	$118.00	$38.42
92540 Evaluation and testing for balance with recording	12	12	$287.00	$100.95

HCPCS Code & Description	Services	Patients	Submitted Charge	Medicare Allowed
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	293	180	$201.00	$72.22
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	136	136	$299.00	$104.07
92567 Eardrum testing using ear probe	85	78	$54.00	$15.29
92587 Placement of ear probe for computerized measurement of sound with interpretation and report	69	64	$153.00	$21.96
30802 Destruction of soft tissue in nasal passages	37	37	$831.00	$141.10
61782 Computer-assisted procedure outside membrane covering brain	33	33	$541.67	$171.45
31295 Dilation of nasal sinus using an endoscope	33	33	$11870.00	$2453.57
31298 Dilation of nasal sinus using an endoscope	32	32	$22286.00	$5192.22
31575 Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope	22	21	$371.00	$113.86
69210 Removal of impacted ear wax	19	18	$193.00	$46.64
70486 CT scan of face	13	13	$525.00	$91.33

HCPCS Code & Description	Services	Patients	Submitted Charge	Medicare Allowed
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	361	251	$201.00	$71.22
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	224	224	$299.00	$103.96
30802 Destruction of soft tissue in nasal passages	101	100	$831.00	$141.94
70486 CT scan of face	92	90	$525.00	$89.49
31295 Dilation of nasal sinus using an endoscope	91	91	$11870.00	$1438.18
92567 Eardrum testing using ear probe	91	85	$54.00	$14.62
61782 Computer-assisted procedure outside membrane covering brain	91	91	$553.00	$171.79
31298 Dilation of nasal sinus using an endoscope	87	87	$22286.00	$5335.11
92587 Placement of ear probe for computerized measurement of sound with interpretation and report	82	78	$153.00	$21.21
95117 Professional service for multiple injections of allergen	52	11	$46.00	$9.94
95115 Injection of incremental dosages of allergen	49	11	$23.00	$8.61
31575 Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope	35	33	$371.00	$111.70
30117 Removal or destruction of growth in nose	25	25	$4837.28	$721.55
69210 Removal of impacted ear wax	15	15	$193.00	$45.70
30520 Reshaping of nasal cartilage	11	11	$3200.00	$333.29

HCPCS Code & Description	Services	Patients	Submitted Charge	Medicare Allowed
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	363	255	$201.00	$67.71
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	243	243	$299.00	$100.54
92567 Eardrum testing using ear probe	96	91	$54.00	$13.56
92587 Placement of ear probe for computerized measurement of sound with interpretation and report	90	85	$153.00	$20.27
30802 Destruction of soft tissue in nasal passages	89	89	$831.00	$135.71
31298 Dilation of nasal sinus using an endoscope	88	88	$21652.78	$5209.26
31295 Dilation of nasal sinus using an endoscope	88	88	$11735.11	$1374.47
61782 Computer-assisted procedure outside membrane covering brain	87	87	$553.00	$164.90
70486 CT scan of face	85	83	$525.00	$87.50
69210 Removal of impacted ear wax	34	31	$193.00	$44.81
31575 Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope	32	26	$371.00	$101.76
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	14	14	$297.00	$100.60
30520 Reshaping of nasal cartilage	13	13	$3200.00	$284.26

HCPCS Code & Description	Services	Patients	Submitted Charge	Medicare Allowed
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	288	288	$299.00	$98.43
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes	197	166	$201.00	$65.64
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more	155	132	$297.00	$98.18
92567 Eardrum testing using ear probe	126	123	$54.00	$13.10
95115 Injection of incremental dosages of allergen	125	15	$23.00	$7.77
92587 Placement of ear probe for computerized measurement of sound with interpretation and report	116	113	$153.00	$19.63
31295 Dilation of nasal sinus using an endoscope	115	114	$5935.00	$1341.57
61782 Computer-assisted procedure outside membrane covering brain	113	112	$553.00	$161.96
31296 Dilation of frontal nasal sinus using an endoscope	112	111	$6020.00	$2674.06
31297 Dilation of sphenoid nasal sinus using an endoscope	110	109	$5915.00	$1384.27
30802 Destruction of soft tissue in nasal passages	89	86	$831.00	$139.85
69210 Removal of impacted ear wax	54	51	$193.00	$44.82
31575 Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope	37	33	$371.00	$102.73
70486 CT scan of face	36	36	$525.00	$84.42
30140 Removal of nasal air passage under lining tissue	35	35	$2568.00	$295.68
30520 Reshaping of nasal cartilage	22	22	$3200.00	$293.79
99202 New patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 20 minutes	13	13	$206.00	$68.08

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

CMS Verified: 2026-02-11

Otolaryngology Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207Y00000X

State License TX J0379

An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.

Otolaryngology - Plastic Surgery within the Head & Neck

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207YX0007X

State License TX J0379

An otolaryngologist with additional training in plastic and reconstructive procedures within the head, face, neck and associated structures, including cutaneous head and neck oncology and reconstruction, management of maxillofacial trauma, soft tissue repair and neural surgery. The field is diverse and involves a wide age range of patients, from the newborn to the aged. While both cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries are practiced, there are many additional procedures which interface with them.

Otolaryngology - Otology & Neurotology

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207YX0901X

State License TX J0379

An otolaryngologist who treats diseases of the ear and temporal bone, including disorders of hearing and balance. The additional training in otology and neurotology emphasizes the study of embryology, anatomy, physiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology, pathology, genetics, immunology, microbiology and the etiology of diseases of the ear and temporal bone.

Additional State Medicaid & Healthcare Payer Identifiers

Medicaid State Provider ID

114981701 (TX)

Commercial Insurance / Payer ID Railroad Medicare Number

040015269 (TX)

Commercial Insurance / Payer ID Bc/bs Tx Number

86263Y (TX)

Commercial Insurance / Payer ID Cidc Number

006046901 (TX)

Commercial Insurance / Payer ID Valley Health Plans

130129100 (TX)

Commercial Insurance / Payer ID Workers Compensation

176590500 (TX)

Commercial Insurance / Payer ID Superior Health Plans

109393 (TX)

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

Renaissance Medical Foundation

910 E 8th St, Weslaco, TX 785964346

Phone: 9563627020

Renaissance Medical Foundation

5501 S Mccoll Rd, Edinburg, TX 785399152

Renaissance Medical Foundation

510 Victoria Ln, Harlingen, TX 785503231

Phone: 9564284221

Renaissance Medical Foundation

5501 S Mccoll Rd, Edinburg, TX 785395503

Phone: 9563622171

Monty V. Trimble , Md, P.a

3455 Locke Ave, Fort Worth, TX 761075719

Phone: 8175296200

Renaissance Medical Foundation

4770 N Expressway, Brownsville, TX 785263106

Phone: 9563623980

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax

1 Associated Practitioners

Baylor Fessler , PA

Physician Assistant

NPI 1770388472

Physician Assistant

Career & Practice History Timeline

Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes

11 Historical Events

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Updated Practice Location February 11, 2026

Registered at 3118 CENTER POINTE DRIVE, EDINBURG, TX 78539 (Tel: 9566888056)

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Updated Business Mailing Address February 11, 2026

Registered at 3118 CENTER POINTE DRIVE, EDINBURG, TX 78539 (Tel: 9566485844)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) February 11, 2026

Otolaryngology (License #J0379 in TX)

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Updated Business Mailing Address October 24, 2025

Registered at PO BOX 749, PHARR, TX 785771614 (Tel: 9563627020)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) October 24, 2025

Otolaryngology (License #J0379 in TX)

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NPI Profile Active April 29, 2008

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location April 29, 2008

Registered at 2101 S CYNTHIA ST, MCALLEN, TX 785031294 (Tel: 9566877896)

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Updated Business Mailing Address April 29, 2008

Registered at 2101 S CYNTHIA ST, MCALLEN, TX 785031294 (Tel: 9566877896)

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated April 29, 2008

Recorded as JAMES WRIGHT, MD

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) April 29, 2008

Otolaryngology (License #J0379 in TX)

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration June 16, 2005

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1902801988

Entity Type:

Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)

Enumeration Date: June 16, 2005

Last Update: February 11, 2026

Sole Proprietor: No

Update or Correct Profile

Mailing Address

3118 Center Pointe Drive

Edinburg, TX 78539

Phone: 9566485844

Public Domain Record This profile contains public domain information published by CMS and NPPES under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).

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