Wess James Blackwell, M.D.
Also practices: GENERAL SURGERY
Patients across TX can see Wess James Blackwell, M.D. in person in La Grange or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Texas a & M University System, Hsc, College of Medicine graduate since 2000, he brings 26+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 87.88/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 23% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Uses generic medications more than 33% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Federal MIPS score higher than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
2 Saint Marks Pl Ste 110, La Grange, TX 78945-1255
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 70% of doctors in Texas on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202387.88/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.3 pts)
Better than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.54%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.6 pts)
3.54% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
804
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,312
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
22,580
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.29M
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%↑ 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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ 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%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — 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 (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$751 received from industry
46 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 Wess James Blackwell's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2000
Texas a & M University System, Hsc, College of Medicine
Board certified · Apr 5, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
26 years in practice
Experienced
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
Texas a & M University System, Hsc, College of Medicine (Class of 2000)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Wess James Blackwell
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Wess James Blackwell for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to La Grange 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 Wess James Blackwell
NPI records show Dr. Blackwell as active with telehealth listed in La Grange, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (979) 968-8493.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
2 Saint Marks Pl Ste 110, La Grange, TX 78945-1255
Mailing Address
2 Saint Marks Pl Ste 110, La Grange, TX 78945-1255
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