Quick answers
- Does Michael A. Ponessa accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Michael A. Ponessa accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of October 2, 2026. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- What is Michael A. Ponessa's NPI number?
- 1437087061. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Practice locations
Addresses where Michael A. Ponessa is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 1625 Medical Ctr DrEl Paso, TX 79902 (915) 747‑4000
- 1755 Curie Dr, Suite AEl Paso, TX 79902 (915) 577‑1681
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Michael A. Ponessa as a member of this group (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- BHS Physicians Network, Inc706 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Anesthesiology Assistantprimary
Other anesthesiologist assistants in El Paso
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in El Paso, TX — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in BHS Physicians Network, Inc
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | AA |
|---|---|
| Graduation year | 2026 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1437087061 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians