DR. RALPH C BETHEA III MD
NPI 1144367897
Anesthesiology in Springfield, MO

Q: What is Ralph Bethea's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ralph Bethea is 1144367897. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 31, 2007.

Q: What is Ralph Bethea's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ralph Bethea was last updated on July 11, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.

Active since January 31, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1235 E CHEROKEE ST, SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804(417) 820-2829(417) 820-8852 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 11, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

On this page

About Dr. Ralph C Bethea Iii Md NPPES

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

DR. RALPH C BETHEA III MD (NPI 1144367897) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Springfield, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2004003501) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield, and is a graduate of University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144367897

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. RALPH C BETHEA IIICredential: MD

Location Address1235 E CHEROKEE STSpringfield, MO 65804-2203

Mailing AddressPo Box 2580Springfield, MO 65801-2580 · (417) 829-4620 · Fax (417) 829-4316

Phone(417) 820-2829

Fax(417) 820-8852

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Oklahoma College Of MedicineGraduated 2000

Enumeration DateJanuary 31, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 11, 2008

✔ NPI 1144367897 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in MO · 2004003501

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

1235 E CHEROKEE ST, Springfield, MO 65804

Open in Google Maps ↗

Other Identifiers 6

Other83131AR · Ark Blue Shield

Medicare UPINI20392

Other175118MO · Mo Blue Shield

Medicare PIN923193268MO

Medicaid209293117MO

Medicaid159212001AR

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Ralph C Bethea Iii 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 ID6800859075

PECOS Enrollment IDI20041109000248

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 12

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.

Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142

Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.

62 services62 patients

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620

This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.

36 services36 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

33 services33 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.

22 services21 patients

Anesthesia for insertion of permanent heart pacemaker 00530

Anesthesia for a permanent heart pacemaker insertion helps to ensure comfort and calmness during the procedure. It's typically a local anesthetic, numbing the area where the pacemaker is inserted. Sedation may also be given to help you relax. You'll be awake, but may not remember the procedure.

19 services19 patients

Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity 00537

Anesthesia for a procedure to assess heart electrical activity helps ensure comfort and relaxation. It involves administering medication that either numbs a specific area or makes you sleep temporarily. This allows doctors to safely examine your heart's electrical signals without causing discomfort.

18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Mercy Hospital Springfield

Acute Care Hospitals · Springfield, MO

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number260065

Location1235 E CherokeeSpringfield, MO 65804 · Greene County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

MR. SUJAN POUDEL M.D.

Internal Medicine