DR. FRANKLIN G BIVINS JR. M.D.
NPI 1427038082
Family Medicine in Heber Springs, AR

Q: What is Franklin Bivins's NPI number?

The NPI number for Franklin Bivins is 1427038082. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 19, 2006.

Q: What is Franklin Bivins's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Franklin Bivins was last updated on August 13, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.

Active since January 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

75/100

CMS Quality Rating

101 ELY DR, HEBER SPRINGS, AR 72543(501) 362-6000(501) 362-6542 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 13, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

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About Dr. Franklin G Bivins Jr. M.d. NPPES

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

DR. FRANKLIN G BIVINS JR. M.D. (NPI 1427038082) is an individual family medicine provider in Heber Springs, Arkansas, licensed in Arkansas (C-7660) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427038082

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. FRANKLIN G BIVINS JR.Credential: M.D.

Location Address101 ELY DRHeber Springs, AR 72543-2836

Mailing Address101 Ely DrHeber Springs, AR 72543-2836 · (501) 362-6000 · Fax (501) 362-6542

Phone(501) 362-6000

Fax(501) 362-6542

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Arkansas College Of MedicineGraduated 1989

Enumeration DateJanuary 19, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 13, 2010

✔ NPI 1427038082 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207Q00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in AR · C-7660✔ Licensed in AR · C7660

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.

101 ELY DR, Heber Springs, AR 72543

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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified5C483AR

Other5C483AR · Blue Cross Blue Shield

Medicare UPINE19143AR

Medicaid146109002AR

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Health Advantage, Octave.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. Franklin G Bivins Jr. 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 ID1355530908

PECOS Enrollment IDI20110112000842

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Franklin Bivins reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Bivins Family Medicine, PA

Same address

Family Medicine

101 ELY DR
Heber Springs, AR 72543

Reassigned Medicare billing, Arkansas enrollment

NPI 1841269917 (501) 362-6000

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 13

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.

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

454 services298 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.

436 services94 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

395 services268 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

346 services188 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

74 services59 patients

Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional 99211

This service involves an outpatient visit for established patients who may not need direct interaction with a healthcare professional. It could include reviewing test results, monitoring existing conditions, or adjusting treatment plans. It's typically done remotely, ensuring your comfort and convenience.

58 services20 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

55 services31 patients

Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306

An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.

44 services43 patients

Urine microalbumin (protein) level 82043

The urine microalbumin level test measures the amount of a protein called albumin in your urine. This test helps to detect early signs of kidney damage. High levels of albumin may suggest your kidneys aren't functioning properly. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves providing a urine sample.

42 services38 patients

Automated urinalysis test 81003

An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.

34 services30 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner supervision of a patient receiving medicare-covered services provided by a participating home health agency (patient not present) requiring complex and multidisciplinary care modalities involving regular physician or allow G0181

This service involves a physician overseeing your care while you receive Medicare-covered services from a home health agency. The care you're receiving is complex and involves various disciplines. The physician isn't physically present but regularly supervises your treatment to ensure optimal health outcomes.

17 services13 patients

Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) 87811

This is a test to detect COVID-19, the virus causing severe respiratory illness. It uses a method called immunoassay, which identifies the virus by its unique proteins. The test is directly observed for accuracy. It helps determine if you're currently infected.

16 services14 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and G0180

This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.

11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 72543 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

$79.72 typical visit price

range $51.36 – $157.74

Typical copayment $19.93 (range $12.84 – $39.43)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$91.63 typical visit price

range $16.16 – $128.77

Typical copayment $22.90 (range $4.04 – $32.19)

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.

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.

75/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 32

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

7 suppliers51 claims101 services$6.52 avg. paid by Medicare

Normal, low and high calibrator solution / chips A4256

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers18 claims18 services$2.94 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

3 suppliers13 claims14 services$1.14 avg. paid by Medicare

Insertion tray with drainage bag with indwelling catheter, foley type, two-way latex with coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer or hydrophilic, etc.) A4314

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier23 claims23 services$21.60 avg. paid by Medicare

Bedside drainage bag, day or night, with or without anti-reflux device, with or without tube, each A4357

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier23 claims23 services$8.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Ostomy skin barrier, with flange (solid, flexible or accordion), without built-in convexity, 4 x 4 inches or smaller, each A4414

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N

1 supplier12 claims240 services$4.76 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

6 suppliers20 claims20 services$39.19 avg. paid by Medicare

Ostomy pouch, closed; for use on barrier with flange (2 piece), each A5054

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N

1 supplier12 claims720 services$1.74 avg. paid by Medicare

Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier15 claims28 services$1.66 avg. paid by Medicare

Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers26 claims26 services$109.41 avg. paid by Medicare

Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers24 claims64 services$44.07 avg. paid by Medicare

Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers14 claims79 services$22.31 avg. paid by Medicare

Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers24 claims142 services$16.18 avg. paid by Medicare

Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers43 claims44 services$72.43 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

6 suppliers34 claims34 services$21.02 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

1 supplier35 claims35 services$21.14 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

6 suppliers55 claims328 services$2.92 avg. paid by Medicare

Water chamber for humidifier, used with positive airway pressure device, replacement, each A7046

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

6 suppliers28 claims28 services$12.73 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral feeding supply kit; syringe fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4034

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

1 supplier12 claims360 services$4.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, calorically dense (equal to or greater than 1.5 kcal/ml) with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4152

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

1 supplier12 claims6,870 services$0.33 avg. paid by Medicare

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, without mattress E0261

DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N

2 suppliers17 claims17 services$71.05 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

3 suppliers75 claims75 services$19.57 avg. paid by Medicare

Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device E0562

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

2 suppliers14 claims20 services$17.24 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers20 claims20 services$7.34 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers28 claims36 services$35.15 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

8 suppliers120 claims120 services$106.08 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

3 suppliers20 claims20 services$35.31 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

4 suppliers22 claims6,220 services$0.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Standard wheelchair K0001

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

2 suppliers11 claims11 services$22.07 avg. paid by Medicare

Lightweight wheelchair K0003

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

2 suppliers24 claims24 services$34.93 avg. paid by Medicare

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

2 suppliers12 claims12 services$212.96 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

4 suppliers25 claims25 services$19.66 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.

BIVINS FAMILY MEDICINE, PA

Family Medicine

101 ELY DR
HEBER SPRINGS, AR 72543

Cleburne County (501) 362-6000

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 Franklin Bivins's NPI number?

The NPI number for Franklin Bivins is 1427038082. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 19, 2006.

Where is Franklin Bivins located?

Franklin Bivins practices at 101 Ely Dr, Heber Springs, AR 72543. The listed phone number is (501) 362-6000.

What is Franklin Bivins's specialty?

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

Is Franklin Bivins enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Franklin Bivins 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 organization bills Medicare for Franklin Bivins's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Franklin Bivins reassigns Medicare benefits to Bivins Family Medicine, PA (Heber Springs, AR). The 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 Franklin Bivins's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Franklin Bivins accept?

Health plans from Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Health Advantage and Octave list Franklin Bivins 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 Franklin Bivins was last updated on August 13, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.