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CHRISTOPHER B BELL M.D.
NPI 1053548461
Family Medicine in Alma, AR

Active since June 12, 2009PECOS Enrolled
605 HEATHER LN, ALMA, AR 72921(479) 430-7587(479) 430-7582 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 20, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Christopher B Bell M.d. NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER B BELL M.D. (NPI 1053548461) is an individual family medicine provider in Alma, Arkansas, licensed in Arkansas (E-6823) and active in the NPI registry since June 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1053548461
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER B BELLCredential: M.D.
Location Address605 HEATHER LNAlma, AR 72921-5061
Mailing Address605 Heather LnAlma, AR 72921-5061 · (479) 430-7587 · Fax (479) 430-7582
Phone(479) 430-7587
Fax(479) 430-7582
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJune 12, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateMay 20, 2015
✔ NPI 1053548461 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in AR · E-6823
Definition
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.
605 HEATHER LN, Alma, AR 72921
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Health Advantage, Octave.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Christopher B Bell M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Christopher Bell reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities
12 mi
Multi-Specialty
2901 S 74TH ST
Fort Smith, AR 72903
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arkansas enrollment
  • 658 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1902073620 (479) 314-1101
Mercy Hospital Ozark
22 mi
Critical Access
801 W RIVER ST
Ozark, AR 72949
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arkansas enrollment
  • 147 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1275504128 (479) 314-6100
Mercy Hospital Paris
31 mi
Rural Health
303 S 5TH ST
Paris, AR 72855
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arkansas enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1912955709 (Arkansas)
  • 159 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1881106243 (479) 963-2132

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
497 services474 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
367 services347 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
208 services201 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
32 services31 patients
Emergent insertion of breathing tube into windpipe using an endoscope 31500
This is a procedure where a thin tube is inserted into your windpipe to aid in breathing. It's done in emergency situations, using an endoscope, a tool with a light and camera, to ensure correct placement.
13 services13 patients
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556
This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.
13 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 72921 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
$79.72 typical visit price
range $51.36 – $157.74
Typical copayment $19.93 (range $12.84 – $39.43)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Shoulder orthosis, acromio/clavicular (canvas and webbing type), prefabricated, off-the-shelf L3670
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$89.76 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

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

DR. WESTON PRATT MD
Family Medicine
605 HEATHER LN
ALMA, AR 72921
Crawford County (479) 407-6051

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Christopher Bell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Bell is 1053548461. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 12, 2009.

Where is Christopher Bell located?

Christopher Bell practices at 605 Heather Ln, Alma, AR 72921. The listed phone number is (479) 430-7587.

What is Christopher Bell's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Christopher Bell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Bell is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Christopher Bell's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Bell reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities (Fort Smith, AR), Mercy Hospital Ozark (Ozark, AR) and Mercy Hospital Paris (Paris, AR). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Christopher Bell's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christopher Bell accept?

Health plans from Health Advantage and Octave list Christopher Bell as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Bell was last updated on May 20, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 years 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.