Timothy Bothwell, M.D.
Timothy Bothwell, M.D. has been part of the Harlingen medical community since 2005 in group practice. Trained at University of Texas Medical School at Houston (class of 1986), he has been practicing for over 40 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 24% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Uses generic medications more than 78% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 966dNPPES updated 2023-09-13 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
721 W Harrison Ave, Harlingen, TX 78550-6016
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 = better3.42%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.7 pts)
3.42% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.6%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.8 pts)
Better than 78% of reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
195
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
687
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
10,687
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $700k
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-22%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$420 received from industry
47 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Timothy Bothwell's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1986
Mcgovern Medical School at Uthealth Houston
Board certified · Sep 12, 2023
CMS-verified certification date
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical School at Houston (Class of 1986)
Mailing address
502 S Closner Blvd, Edinburg, TX 78539-4660
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Timothy Bothwell
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Timothy Bothwell for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Harlingen 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 Timothy Bothwell
NPI records show Dr. Bothwell as active with telehealth listed in Harlingen, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (956) 247-7000.
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 Timothy Bothwell
Practice Location
721 W Harrison Ave, Harlingen, TX 78550-6016
Mailing Address
502 S Closner Blvd, Edinburg, TX 78539-4660
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