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DEAN BHULA M.D.
NPI 1366973901
Anesthesiology in Winston Salem, NC

Active since March 24, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
GME OFFICE WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, MEDICAL CENTER BOULEVARD, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157(336) 716-5222 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 23, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 23, 2021, Jun 3, 2021, Mar 24, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dean Bhula M.d. NPPES

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

DEAN BHULA M.D. (NPI 1366973901) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Winston Salem, North Carolina, licensed in West Virginia (30371) and active in the NPI registry since March 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Mary's Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1366973901
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDEAN BHULACredential: M.D.
Location AddressGME OFFICE WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, MEDICAL CENTER BOULEVARDWinston Salem, NC 27157-0001
Mailing Address3508 Staunton Ave SeCharleston, WV 25304-1477 · (304) 925-4086
Phone(336) 716-5222
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateMarch 24, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateJune 23, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 23, 2021
✔ NPI 1366973901 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in WV · 30371
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.
GME OFFICE WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, Winston Salem, NC 27157
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource.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

Dean Bhula 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 ID8820361421
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210721003191
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.

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.
36 services34 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
23 services23 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
17 services17 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790
Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.
15 services15 patients
Anesthesia for heart artery bypass grafting on heart-lung machine 00567
Anesthesia for heart artery bypass grafting on a heart-lung machine involves administering medications to induce sleep and eliminate pain during surgery. The heart-lung machine takes over heart and lung functions, ensuring blood flow and oxygen supply to the body.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

St Mary's Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Huntington, WV
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number510007
Location2900 1st AvenueHuntington, WV 25702 · Cabell County
Emergency services

Charleston Area Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, WV
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number510022
Location501 Morris StreetCharleston, WV 25301 · Kanawha County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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 Dean Bhula's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dean Bhula is 1366973901. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 24, 2017.

Where is Dean Bhula located?

Dean Bhula practices at Gme Office Wake Forest Baptist Medical Ctr Medical Center Boulevard, Winston Salem, NC 27157. The listed phone number is (336) 716-5222.

What is Dean Bhula's specialty?

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

Is Dean Bhula enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dean Bhula 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 Dean Bhula accept?

Health plans from CareSource list Dean Bhula 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 Dean Bhula affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Dean Bhula is affiliated with St Mary's Medical Center and Charleston Area Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dean Bhula was last updated on June 23, 2021. 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.