Bret Michael Bellard, M.D.
Addiction Medicine Family Medicine
Also practices: FAMILY PRACTICE
Patients across TX can see Bret Michael Bellard, M.D. in person in West Lake Hills or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1995 and has 31+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 46% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Uses generic medications more than 59% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
5524 Bee Caves Rd Ste H2, West Lake Hills, TX 78746-5246
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.9%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Texas0.9% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.7%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
383
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
798
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,359
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $506k
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1995
Baylor College of Medicine
Board certified · Dec 28, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A family medicine physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of addictions.
Taxonomy: 207QA0401X
Education & Training
Baylor College of Medicine (Class of 1995)
Mailing address
Po Box 3041, Marble Falls, TX 78654-3077
Differs from practice location
Virtual Addiction Medicine Care With Bret Michael Bellard
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Bret Michael Bellard for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to West Lake Hills required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bret Michael Bellard
NPI records show Dr. Bellard as active with telehealth listed in West Lake Hills, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (512) 710-0551.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Bret Michael Bellard
Practice Location
5524 Bee Caves Rd Ste H2, West Lake Hills, TX 78746-5246
Mailing Address
Po Box 3041, Marble Falls, TX 78654-3077
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