TEXAS ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALISTS, PLLC
NPI 1255443289
Orthopaedic Surgery in Bedford, TX

Active since August 31, 2006CLIA 45D1082932 · Waiver
2425 HIGHWAY 121, BEDFORD, TX 76021(817) 540-4477(817) 540-5633 Get Directions Write a Review

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

Record update history: Jun 17, 2025, Jul 18, 2024, Mar 30, 2023 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2015).

About Texas Orthopedic Specialists, Pllc NPPES

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

TEXAS ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALISTS, PLLC (NPI 1255443289) is a healthcare organization registered as an orthopaedic surgery in Bedford, Texas and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. The organization holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through April 21, 2028, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and lists Howard Walker Harris, Owner/provider, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255443289
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Legal Business NameTEXAS ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALISTS, PLLC
Location Address2425 HIGHWAY 121Bedford, TX 76021-5011
Mailing Address2425 Highway 121Bedford, TX 76021-5011 · (817) 540-4477 · Fax (817) 540-5633
Fax(817) 540-5633
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialHoward Walker HarrisOwner/provider · (817) 540-4477
Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 26, 20257 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 26, 2025
NPI 1255443289 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 12

Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
Definition

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

Also ListedAnesthesiologyTaxonomy 207L00000X
Also ListedAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineTaxonomy 207LP2900X
Also ListedOrthopaedic Surgery · Hand SurgeryTaxonomy 207XS0106X
Also ListedOrthopaedic Surgery · Foot and Ankle SurgeryTaxonomy 207XX0004X
Also ListedOrthopaedic Surgery · Sports MedicineTaxonomy 207XX0005X
Also ListedSurgery · Surgery of the HandTaxonomy 2086S0105X
Also ListedPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineTaxonomy 208VP0014X
Also ListedPodiatristTaxonomy 213E00000X
Also ListedPodiatrist · Foot & Ankle SurgeryTaxonomy 213ES0103X
Also ListedPhysician AssistantTaxonomy 363A00000X
2425 HIGHWAY 121, Bedford, TX 76021

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 13301 Golden Triangle BlvdFort Worth, TX 76177-7165 · Phone (817) 540-4477 · Fax (817) 540-5633
Location 21101 W Eagle Dr Ste BDecatur, TX 76234-3721 · Phone (817) 540-4477 · Fax (817) 540-5633

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid160531302TX

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provider is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, who practice with different areas of specialization.193200000X MULTI-SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 45D1082932

Texas Orthopedic Specialist, PLLC · Bedford, TX
Active · expires Apr 21, 2028
CLIA Number45D1082932
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateApril 22, 2026
Certificate Expiration DateApril 21, 2028
Laboratory DirectorDavid O. Taunton,jr
Laboratory Phone(817) 540-4477
Laboratory LocationTexas Orthopedic Specialist, PLLC2425 Hwy 121, Bedford, TX 76021
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Name Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

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.

Orthopaedic Surgery
2425 HIGHWAY 121
BEDFORD, TX 76021
Physical Therapist
2425 HIGHWAY 121
BEDFORD, TX 76021
Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand Surgery)
2425 HIGHWAY 121
BEDFORD, TX 76021
Physician Assistant
2425 HIGHWAY 121
BEDFORD, TX 76021
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
2425 HIGHWAY 121
BEDFORD, TX 76021
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
2425 HIGHWAY 121
BEDFORD, TX 76021
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
2425 HIGHWAY 121
BEDFORD, TX 76021
Physician Assistant
2425 HIGHWAY 121
BEDFORD, TX 76021

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 Texas Orthopedic Specialists, PLLC's NPI number?

The NPI number for Texas Orthopedic Specialists, PLLC is 1255443289. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2006.

Where is Texas Orthopedic Specialists, PLLC located?

Texas Orthopedic Specialists, PLLC is located at 2425 Highway 121, Bedford, TX 76021. The listed phone number is (817) 540-4477.

What is Texas Orthopedic Specialists, PLLC's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Does Texas Orthopedic Specialists, PLLC hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 45D1082932) is associated with this NPI, valid through April 21, 2028. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

What insurance does Texas Orthopedic Specialists, PLLC accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 2 other insurers list Texas Orthopedic Specialists, PLLC 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 Texas Orthopedic Specialists, PLLC was last updated on August 26, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.