BRUCE FERNSTROM PA-C
NPI 1255329967
Physician Assistant - Surgical in Portland, OR

Active since October 07, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
501 N GRAHAM ST STE 420, PORTLAND, OR 97227(503) 288-7303(503) 288-3806 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 28, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 5, 2023, Dec 1, 2021, Nov 24, 2015 (3 updates tracked since 2015).

About Bruce Fernstrom Pa-c NPPES

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

BRUCE FERNSTROM PA-C (NPI 1255329967) is an individual surgical provider in Portland, Oregon, licensed in Oregon (PA00805) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255329967
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363AS0400X
Provider Legal NameBRUCE FERNSTROMCredential: PA-C
Location Address501 N GRAHAM ST STE 420Portland, OR 97227-2006
Mailing Address541 Ne 20th Ave Ste 225Portland, OR 97232-2895 · (503) 963-2801 · Fax (503) 963-2825
Fax(503) 288-3806
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateOctober 7, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 28, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 28, 2025
NPI 1255329967 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPhysician Assistant · SurgicalPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363AS0400X
License Licensed in OR · PA00805
Also ListedPhysician AssistantTaxonomy 363A00000X · License PA00805 (OR)
501 N GRAHAM ST STE 420, Portland, OR 97227

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 119250 SW 65th Ave Ste 235Tualatin, OR 97062-7745 · Phone (503) 692-4820 · Fax (503) 612-0793
Location 21130 NW 22nd Ave Ste 400Portland, OR 97210-2971 · Phone (503) 413-6722

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid500600862OR

Accepted 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

Bruce Fernstrom Pa-c 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 ID9537259973
PECOS Enrollment IDI20071221000200
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 5

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
107 services97 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
80 services65 patients
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding 51798
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create images of your bladder. It's done after you've emptied your bladder to see if there's any leftover urine, which can help diagnose certain conditions.
78 services71 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
27 services27 patients
Simple insertion of temporary bladder tube 51702
This procedure involves placing a temporary tube into your bladder to help with urine flow. It's done when the body can't naturally remove urine. The tube is inserted through a small opening and allows urine to drain into a bag. It's usually a short-term solution.
18 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Legacy Emanuel Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Portland, OR
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number380007
Location2801 N Gantenbein AvenuePortland, OR 97227 · Multnomah County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Portland, OR
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number380017
Location1015 NW 22nd Avenue, W121Portland, OR 97210 · Multnomah County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Gresham, OR
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number380025
Location24800 SE Stark StreetGresham, OR 97030 · Multnomah County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Providence Portland Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Portland, OR
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number380061
Location4805 NE Glisan StreetPortland, OR 97213 · Multnomah County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Tualatin, OR
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number380089
Location19300 SW 65th AvenueTualatin, OR 97062 · Washington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

Intermittent urinary catheter; straight tip, with or without coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer, or hydrophilic, etc.), each A4351
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF008N
2 suppliers12 claims1,640 services$1.64 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 6

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

Urology
501 N GRAHAM ST STE 420
PORTLAND, OR 97227
Physician Assistant
501 N GRAHAM ST STE 420
PORTLAND, OR 97227
Physician Assistant
501 N GRAHAM ST STE 420
PORTLAND, OR 97227
Urology
501 N GRAHAM ST STE 420
PORTLAND, OR 97227
Physician Assistant
501 N GRAHAM ST STE 420
PORTLAND, OR 97227
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
501 N GRAHAM ST STE 420
PORTLAND, OR 97227

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 Bruce Fernstrom's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bruce Fernstrom is 1255329967. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 7, 2005.

Where is Bruce Fernstrom located?

Bruce Fernstrom practices at 501 N Graham St Ste 420, Portland, OR 97227. The listed phone number is (503) 288-7303.

What is Bruce Fernstrom's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant, specializing in Surgical, with taxonomy code 363AS0400X.

Is Bruce Fernstrom enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bruce Fernstrom is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Bruce Fernstrom accept?

Health plans from BridgeSpan Health Company, Moda Health Plan, Inc., PacificSource Health Plans, Providence Health Plan and Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon list Bruce Fernstrom 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.

Is Bruce Fernstrom affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bruce Fernstrom is affiliated with Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center, Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center, Providence Portland Medical Center and Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bruce Fernstrom was last updated on July 28, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.