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DR. BRYANT ALAN WARD MD
NPI 1407141435
Family Medicine in Banner Elk, NC

Active since June 17, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2837 BROADSTONE ROAD, BANNER ELK, NC 28604(828) 260-9255(833) 972-4752 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 18, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Dr. Bryant Alan Ward Md NPPES

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

DR. BRYANT ALAN WARD MD (NPI 1407141435) is an individual family medicine provider in Banner Elk, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2012-01830) and active in the NPI registry since June 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Watauga Medical Center, and is a graduate of Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407141435
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BRYANT ALAN WARDCredential: MD
Location Address2837 BROADSTONE ROADBanner Elk, NC 28604
Mailing AddressPo Box 701Valle Crucis, NC 28691-0701 · (828) 260-9255 · Fax (833) 972-4752
Phone(828) 260-9255
Fax(833) 972-4752
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSBrody School Of Medicine At East Carolina UniversityGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateJune 17, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 18, 2025
NPPES CertifiedMarch 14, 2025
✔ NPI 1407141435 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 2012-01830✔ Licensed in NC · NC2012-0118
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
2837 BROADSTONE ROAD, Banner Elk, NC 28604
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Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Bryant Alan Ward 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 ID5092961250
PECOS Enrollment IDI20141029002273
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Bryant Ward reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Valle Health Nc PLLC
0.1 mi
Family Medicine
2841 BROADSTONE RD
Banner Elk, NC 28604
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
NPI 1821841677 (828) 606-0794
Watauga Medical Center Inc
6.9 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
336 DEERFIELD RD
Boone, NC 28607
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 129 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1205859766 (828) 262-4100
Charles A. Cannon, Jr. Memorial Hospital, Inc.
12 mi
Cardiovascular Disease
434 HOSPITAL DRIVE
Linville, NC 28646
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 54 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1477006385 (828) 737-7000

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

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
128 services65 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
85 services42 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
38 services36 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
30 services28 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
26 services23 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Watauga Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boone, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340051
Location336 Deerfield RoadBoone, NC 28607 · Watauga County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Catawba Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number340143
Location810 Fairgrove Church RdHickory, NC 28602 · Catawba County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Charles A Cannon Jr Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Linville, NC
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number341323
Location434 Hospital DriveLinville, NC 28646 · Avery County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28604 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers56 claims56 services$17.24 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
4 suppliers61 claims61 services$96.51 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

MISS TAELOR MCKENZIE DEIKE FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2837 BROADSTONE ROAD
BANNER ELK, NC 28604
Avery County (828) 260-9255

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 Bryant Ward's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bryant Ward is 1407141435. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 17, 2011.

Where is Bryant Ward located?

Bryant Ward practices at 2837 Broadstone Road, Banner Elk, NC 28604. The listed phone number is (828) 260-9255.

What is Bryant Ward's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Bryant Ward enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bryant Ward 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Bryant Ward's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Bryant Ward reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Valle Health Nc PLLC (Banner Elk, NC), Watauga Medical Center Inc (Boone, NC) and Charles A. Cannon, Jr. Memorial Hospital, Inc. (Linville, NC). Each 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 Bryant Ward's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Bryant Ward accept?

Health plans from Cigna Healthcare list Bryant Ward 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 Bryant Ward affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bryant Ward is affiliated with Watauga Medical Center, Catawba Valley Medical Center and Charles A Cannon Jr Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bryant Ward was last updated on March 18, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.