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DR. JAMES M BELL JR. MD
NPI 1366423816
Anesthesiology in Austin, TX

Active since November 10, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
3705 MEDICAL PKWY, SUITE 570, AUSTIN, TX 78705(512) 454-2454(512) 454-1532 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 11, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. James M Bell Jr. Md NPPES

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

DR. JAMES M BELL JR. MD (NPI 1366423816) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Austin, Texas, licensed in Texas (H9789) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1366423816
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES M BELL JR.Credential: MD
Location Address3705 MEDICAL PKWY, SUITE 570Austin, TX 78705
Mailing AddressPo Box 840853Dallas, TX 75284-0853 · (972) 233-1999 · Fax (972) 233-3666
Phone(512) 454-2454
Fax(512) 454-1532
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateNovember 10, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 11, 2020
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 11, 2020
✔ NPI 1366423816 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · H9789
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.
3705 MEDICAL PKWY, Austin, TX 78705
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Sendero Health Plans, Local Nonprofit.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. James M Bell Jr. 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 ID7315976214
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050811000089
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 4

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 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.
17 services16 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
13 services13 patients
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.
12 services12 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body 00400
Anesthesia for procedures on the skin of your arms, legs, and front body is a service that numbs the area being treated. This ensures you don't feel pain during procedures like biopsies, stitches, or minor surgeries. It's administered through a small injection or a topical cream.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin

Acute Care Hospitals · Austin, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450056
Location1201 W 38th StAustin, TX 78705 · Travis County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Dell Seton Med Center At The University Of Tx

Acute Care Hospitals · Austin, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450124
Location601 E 15th StreetAustin, TX 78701 · Travis County

Northwest Hills Surgical Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Austin, TX
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450808
Location6818 Austin Ctr Blvd Suite 100Austin, TX 78731 · Travis County
Emergency services

Ascension Seton Southwest

Acute Care Hospitals · Austin, TX
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450865
Location7900 Fm 1826Austin, TX 78737 · Hays County
Emergency services

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

93.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality97.15
Improvement Activities40
Cost83.57

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.

CHERESE WHEELOCK CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
3705 MEDICAL PKWY, SUITE 570
AUSTIN, TX 78705
Travis County (512) 454-2554
ALLISON RAE LOSEY M.D.
Anesthesiology
3705 MEDICAL PKWY, SUITE 570
AUSTIN, TX 78705
Travis County (512) 454-2554
JEREMY FRANK BRIGGS CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
3705 MEDICAL PKWY, SUITE 570
AUSTIN, TX 78705
Travis County (512) 454-2554
GENEVIEVE L WOOLSEY CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
3705 MEDICAL PKWY, SUITE 570
AUSTIN, TX 78705
Travis County (512) 454-2554
DANIA NORTHCUTT CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
3705 MEDICAL PKWY, SUITE 570
AUSTIN, TX 78705
Travis County (512) 454-2554
DR. REBECCA R PORRAS MD
Anesthesiology
3705 MEDICAL PKWY, SUITE 570
AUSTIN, TX 78705
Travis County (512) 454-2454
SHELIAH L CAMERON CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
3705 MEDICAL PKWY, SUITE 570
AUSTIN, TX 78705
Travis County (512) 454-2454
NANCY L SEIFERT CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
3705 MEDICAL PKWY, SUITE 570
AUSTIN, TX 78705
Travis County (512) 454-2454

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 James Bell's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Bell is 1366423816. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 10, 2005.

Where is James Bell located?

James Bell practices at 3705 Medical Pkwy Suite 570, Austin, TX 78705. The listed phone number is (512) 454-2454.

What is James Bell's specialty?

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

Is James Bell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Bell 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 James Bell accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Sendero Health Plans, Local Nonprofit list James Bell 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 James Bell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Bell is affiliated with Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin, Dell Seton Med Center At The University Of Tx, Northwest Hills Surgical Hospital and Ascension Seton Southwest.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Bell was last updated on September 11, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.