Jessica Lenore Pierce, MD
Jessica Lenore Pierce is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in San Antonio, TX with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
With over 25 years in internal medicine, Jessica Lenore Pierce, MD is a long-established nephrologist in San Antonio. A University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio graduate since 2001, she brings 25+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 43% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Uses generic medications more than 74% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 977dNPPES updated 2023-09-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
4458 Medical Dr Ste 205, San Antonio, TX 78229-3748
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 = better1.08%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Texas1.08% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.7%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.9 pts)
Better than 74% of reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
529
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
230
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,129
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $345k
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 Chronic Kidney Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+39%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$679 received from industry
26 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Jessica Lenore Pierce's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2001
Ut Health San Antonio Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 18, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
25 years in practice
Experienced
Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.
Taxonomy: 207RN0300X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio (Class of 2001)
Mailing address
16620 N Us Highway 281 Ste 300, San Antonio, TX 78232-2679
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Jessica Lenore Pierce
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Jessica Lenore Pierce for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to San Antonio 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 Jessica Lenore Pierce
NPI records show Dr. Pierce as active with telehealth listed in San Antonio, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (210) 614-1515.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Jessica Lenore Pierce
Practice Location
4458 Medical Dr Ste 205, San Antonio, TX 78229-3748
Mailing Address
16620 N Us Highway 281 Ste 300, San Antonio, TX 78232-2679
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