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AARON PATRICK BEST MD
NPI 1013954320
Internal Medicine in Forrest City, AR

Q: What is Aaron Best's NPI number?

The NPI number for Aaron Best is 1013954320. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 2, 2006.

Q: What is Aaron Best's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Aaron Best was last updated on August 6, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 days ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since June 02, 2006PECOS Enrolled

1601 NEW CASTLE RD, FORREST CITY, AR 72335(870) 261-0000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 6, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 6, 2026, Sep 10, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Aaron Patrick Best Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

AARON PATRICK BEST MD (NPI 1013954320) is an individual internal medicine provider in Forrest City, Arkansas, licensed in Minnesota (46170) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St David's Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013954320

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameAARON PATRICK BESTCredential: MD

Location Address1601 NEW CASTLE RDForrest City, AR 72335-2218

Mailing Address2925 Chicago AveMinneapolis, MN 55407-1321 · (612) 262-9000

Phone(870) 261-0000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2001

Enumeration DateJune 2, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 6, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 6, 2026

✔ NPI 1013954320 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in MN · 46170✔ Licensed in TX · P1964✔ Licensed in AR · E-11587✔ Licensed in WI · 46838-020

Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

1601 NEW CASTLE RD, Forrest City, AR 72335

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 12925 Chicago AveMinneapolis, MN 55407-1321 · Phone (612) 863-4000

Location 27000 North Mopac, Suite # 420Austin, TX 78731 · Phone (512) 482-0045 · Fax (512) 476-9892

Other Identifiers 2

Other60217WI · Dean Health Insurance

Medicaid34559700WI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan, HMO Louisiana and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Aaron Patrick Best Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2668440918

PECOS Enrollment IDI20140125000112, I20181018002522, I20190118001895, I20240223002993

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

825 services308 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

440 services422 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

261 services185 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

51 services50 patients

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443

This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.

30 services30 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

22 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

St David's Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Austin, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450431

Location919 E 32nd StAustin, TX 78705 · Travis County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Navarro Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Corsicana, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number450447

Location3201 West Highway 22Corsicana, TX 75110 · Navarro County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

St David's South Austin Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Austin, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450713

Location901 West Ben White BlvdAustin, TX 78704 · Travis County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock

Acute Care Hospitals · Round Rock, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number670034

Location300 University BlvdRound Rock, TX 78664 · Williamson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 72335 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$119.36 typical visit price

range $51.36 – $157.74

Typical copayment $29.84 (range $12.84 – $39.43)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$91.63 typical visit price

range $16.16 – $128.77

Typical copayment $22.90 (range $4.04 – $32.19)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan

Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…

96%28 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

4 suppliers11 claims11 services$15.09 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

4 suppliers16 claims16 services$63.49 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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