DR. GREGORY CHARLES BESS M.D., D.M.D.
NPI 1316921745
Dentist - Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Dothan, AL

Active since November 30, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
216 HEALTHWEST DR, DOTHAN, AL 36303(334) 792-2880(334) 792-9336 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 22, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Gregory Charles Bess M.d., D.m.d. NPPES

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

DR. GREGORY CHARLES BESS M.D., D.M.D. (NPI 1316921745) is an individual oral and maxillofacial surgery provider in Dothan, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (15364) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Alabama School Of Dentistry (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316921745
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy1223S0112X
Provider Legal NameDR. GREGORY CHARLES BESSCredential: M.D., D.M.D.
Location Address216 HEALTHWEST DRDothan, AL 36303-1942
Mailing Address505 N Cherokee AveDothan, AL 36303-3828 · (334) 671-5790 · Fax (334) 792-9336
Fax(334) 792-9336
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Alabama School Of DentistryGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateNovember 30, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 22, 2010
NPI 1316921745 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyDentist · Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryDental Providers
Taxonomy Code1223S0112X
Licenses Licensed in AL · 15364 Licensed in AL · 4071
Definition
An oral and maxillofacial surgery dentist specialized in the diagnosis, surgical and adjunctive treatment of diseases, injuries and defects involving both the functional and esthetic aspects of the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region.
216 HEALTHWEST DR, Dothan, AL 36303

Other Identifiers 6

Other768972AL · United Concordia
Medicare UPINE53018AL
Other51090976AL · Bcbsal Dothan Office
Other51097745AL · Bcbsal Enterprise Office
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified000090976AL
Medicaid000090976AL

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

Dr. Gregory Charles Bess M.d., D.m.d. 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 ID7416920244
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111109000152
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 3

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.

Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes 99152
This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.
16 services15 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 15 minutes or more 99202
This service involves an initial visit to the doctor's office or other outpatient setting. It typically lasts between 15-29 minutes. The doctor will review your medical history, conduct a physical examination, and discuss your health concerns. It's a chance to establish your health baseline and address any immediate medical issues.
14 services14 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.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 36303 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
$81.90 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.08 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

Dentist (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
216 HEALTHWEST DR
DOTHAN, AL 36303
Dentist (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
216 HEALTHWEST DR
DOTHAN, AL 36303
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
216 HEALTHWEST DR
DOTHAN, AL 36303
Dentist (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
216 HEALTHWEST DR
DOTHAN, AL 36303
Dentist (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
216 HEALTHWEST DR
DOTHAN, AL 36303

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 Gregory Bess's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gregory Bess is 1316921745. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 30, 2005.

Where is Gregory Bess located?

Gregory Bess practices at 216 Healthwest Dr, Dothan, AL 36303. The listed phone number is (334) 792-2880.

What is Gregory Bess's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dentist, specializing in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, with taxonomy code 1223S0112X.

Is Gregory Bess enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gregory Bess 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 Gregory Bess accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and BEST Life and 13 other insurers list Gregory Bess 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 Gregory Bess was last updated on September 22, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.