WILLIAM ADAM BISHOP M.D.
NPI 1487819223
Emergency Medicine in La Crosse, WI

Active since July 21, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1836 SOUTH AVE, LA CROSSE, WI 54601(608) 782-7300 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 21, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About William Adam Bishop M.d. NPPES

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

WILLIAM ADAM BISHOP M.D. (NPI 1487819223) is an individual emergency medicine provider in La Crosse, Wisconsin, licensed in Wisconsin (55918) and active in the NPI registry since July 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Good Samaritan Regional Hlth Center, and is a graduate of University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487819223
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameWILLIAM ADAM BISHOPCredential: M.D.
Location Address1836 SOUTH AVELa Crosse, WI 54601-5429
Mailing Address1836 South AveLa Crosse, WI 54601-5429 · (608) 782-7300
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Wisconsin School Of MedicineGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJuly 21, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJune 21, 2017
✔ NPI 1487819223 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in WI · 55918✔ Licensed in MI · 4301091999
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Also ListedEmergency Medicine · Emergency Medical ServicesTaxonomy 207PE0004X · License 55918 (WI)
1836 SOUTH AVE, La Crosse, WI 54601

Accepted 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

William Adam Bishop 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 ID3072790740
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110808000571
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

7

Medicare enrollment records show William Bishop reassigns Medicare billing to 7 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Clinic/Center
1836 SOUTH AVE
La Crosse, WI 54601
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 928 clinicians in this Medicare group
Clinic/Center
710 DENTON ST
La Crosse, WI 54601
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 1,457 clinicians in this Medicare group
Rural Health
420 S PETERSON AVE
Blair, WI 54616
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1124063573 (Wisconsin)
  • 293 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
501 GOPHER DR
Tomah, WI 54660
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1992970453 (Wisconsin)
  • 188 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
400 WATER AVE
Hillsboro, WI 54634
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: St Josephs Health Services Inc
  • 282 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
205 PARKER ST
Boscobel, WI 53805
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1306804794 (Wisconsin)
  • 76 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
402 W LAKE ST
Friendship, WI 53934
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 280 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 6

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
130 services124 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
99 services97 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.
23 services23 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
17 services17 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
15 services15 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.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Good Samaritan Regional Hlth Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Mount Vernon, IL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140046
Location1 Good Samaritan WayMount Vernon, IL 62864 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · La Crosse, WI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number520087
Location1910 South AveLa Crosse, WI 54601 · La Crosse County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Gundersen St Josephs Hospital And Clinics

Critical Access Hospitals · Hillsboro, WI
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number521304
Location400 Water AveHillsboro, WI 54634 · Vernon County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 54601 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
$82.92 typical visit price
range $53.90 – $163.24
Typical copayment $20.73 (range $13.47 – $40.81)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.41 typical visit price
range $17.40 – $133.76
Typical copayment $23.85 (range $4.35 – $33.44)
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.

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.

Anesthesiology
1836 SOUTH AVE, GUNDERSEN CLINIC, LTD.
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Psychologist
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Surgery
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Orthopaedic Surgery
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Registered Nurse (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1836 SOUTH AVE
LA CROSSE, WI 54601

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 William Bishop's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Bishop is 1487819223. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 21, 2008.

Where is William Bishop located?

William Bishop practices at 1836 South Ave, La Crosse, WI 54601. The listed phone number is (608) 782-7300.

What is William Bishop's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is William Bishop enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. William Bishop 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 William Bishop's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), William Bishop reassigns Medicare benefits to 7 organizations: Gundersen Clinic Ltd (La Crosse, WI), Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, Inc (La Crosse, WI), Tri-County Memorial Hospital, Inc. (Blair, WI), Tomah Memorial Hospital Inc (Tomah, WI), St. Joseph's Health Services, Inc. (Hillsboro, WI) and 2 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 William Bishop's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does William Bishop accept?

Health plans from Group Health Cooperative-SCW list William Bishop 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 William Bishop affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, William Bishop is affiliated with Good Samaritan Regional Hlth Center, Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center and Gundersen St Josephs Hospital And Clinics.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for William Bishop was last updated on June 21, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.