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

Active since August 31, 2006
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: October 18, 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 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
Phone(817) 540-4477
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 · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic SurgeryTaxonomy 207XS0114X
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
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11101 W Eagle Dr Ste BDecatur, TX 76234-3721 · Phone (817) 540-4477 · Fax (817) 540-5633
Location 23301 Golden Triangle BlvdFort Worth, TX 76177-7165 · 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

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Molina Healthcare, WellPoint.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Texas Orthopedic Specialists, Pllc is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

9

Medicare enrollment records show 9 clinicians reassign Medicare billing to Texas Orthopedic Specialists, PLLC, which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. Of these, 8 practice at this address. They are listed nearest first.

Clinicians, nearest first (9)

Katherine Bartush, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1396188694
2425 HIGHWAY 121
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 540-4477
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Howard Harris, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1790762615
2425 HIGHWAY 121
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 540-4477
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Michael Nguyen, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1891942850
2425 HIGHWAY 121
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 540-4477
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Oscar Taunton, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1033196050
2425 HIGHWAY 121
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 540-4477
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Paul Tavakolian, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1114347408
2425 HIGHWAY 121
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 540-4477
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Mary Christine Talatala, APRN - CNP
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1992691323
2425 HIGHWAY 121
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 540-4477
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Jacob Taunton, DO
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1639791254
2425 HIGWAY 121
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 540-4477
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Benjamin Drury, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1942274899
2425 HIGHWAY 121
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 540-4477
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Nathan Haile, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1225473671
3301 GOLDEN TRIANGLE BLVD
Fort Worth, TX 76177
(817) 540-4477
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare13 mi

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

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.

Is Texas Orthopedic Specialists, PLLC enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Texas Orthopedic Specialists, PLLC is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Texas Orthopedic Specialists, PLLC?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 9 clinicians in 2 Medicare specialties reassign their Medicare billing to Texas Orthopedic Specialists, PLLC. A 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 the clinician's services. The largest specialties are Orthopedic Surgery (8) and Nurse Practitioner (1). Of these, 8 practice at this address. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

What insurance does Texas Orthopedic Specialists, PLLC accept?

Health plans from Molina Healthcare and WellPoint 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 weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 months 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.