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DR. ALEXANDRA JUSTINE SANOWSKI-BELL M.D.
NPI 1609224898
Surgery in Morehead City, NC

Active since May 27, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
83.3/100
CMS Quality Rating
3500 ARENDELL ST, MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557(252) 499-6000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 14, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 14, 2026, Nov 20, 2023, Jan 27, 2023 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2022).

About Dr. Alexandra Justine Sanowski-bell M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ALEXANDRA JUSTINE SANOWSKI-BELL M.D. (NPI 1609224898) is an individual surgery provider in Morehead City, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2026-03390) and active in the NPI registry since May 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Torrington, and is a graduate of Other (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609224898
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALEXANDRA JUSTINE SANOWSKI-BELLCredential: M.D.
Location Address3500 ARENDELL STMorehead City, NC 28557-2901
Mailing Address306 Medical Park CtMorehead City, NC 28557-4346 · (252) 247-2101 · Fax (252) 247-4675
Phone(252) 499-6000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateMay 27, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 14, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 14, 2026
✔ NPI 1609224898 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 2026-03390✔ Licensed in VT · 042.0016462✔ Licensed in CT · 72449
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
3500 ARENDELL ST, Morehead City, NC 28557
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1540 Litchfield StTorrington, CT 06790-6600 · Phone (860) 489-7017

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC.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. Alexandra Justine Sanowski-bell 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 ID6406224179
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230206001359, I20260707001643
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 Alexandra Sanowski-bell reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Carteret County General Hospital Corporation
Same address
General Acute Care Hospital
3500 ARENDELL ST
Morehead City, NC 28557
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 283 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1760479331 (252) 808-6000
Carteret Medical Group LLC
0.2 mi
Gastroenterology
302 MEDICAL PARK CT
Morehead City, NC 28557
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 86 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1700164464 (252) 247-2013
The Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
525 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
540 LITCHFIELD ST
Torrington, CT 06790
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Connecticut enrollment
  • 374 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1629075734 (860) 496-6729

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 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.

Removal of tissue from wound, 20.0 sq cm or less 97597
This procedure involves the careful removal of damaged or infected tissue from a wound that's 20.0 square cm or less. It's done to promote healing and prevent further infection. The process is carried out under local anesthesia, ensuring minimal discomfort.
20 services13 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.
19 services17 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.
18 services12 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28557 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
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

83.3/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality72.16
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost56.9

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.

CAROLINAEAST PHYSICIANS
Hospitalist
3500 ARENDELL ST
MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557
Carteret County (252) 808-6000
RICHARD ROSANIA M.D.
Anesthesiology
3500 ARENDELL ST
MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557
Carteret County (252) 726-4697
MRS. CATHERINE LEA JOHNSON WOLF MS
Counselor
3500 ARENDELL ST
MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557
Carteret County (252) 808-6591
AUSTIN W BURGESS MD
Emergency Medicine
3500 ARENDELL ST
MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557
Carteret County (252) 808-6589
LORI ANN BRISTOL MS, RN
Registered Nurse
3500 ARENDELL ST
MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557
Carteret County (252) 499-8565
DAVID SCOTT BERTRAND PA-C
Physician Assistant
3500 ARENDELL ST
MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557
Carteret County (252) 247-2013
LAUREN UZZELL THOMAS PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
3500 ARENDELL ST
MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557
Carteret County (252) 808-6000
DR. DOUGLAS HOLT M.D.
Emergency Medicine
3500 ARENDELL ST, CARTERET GENERAL HOSPITAL
MOREHEAD CITY, NC 28557
Carteret County (252) 808-6133

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 Alexandra Sanowski-bell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alexandra Sanowski-bell is 1609224898. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 27, 2016.

Where is Alexandra Sanowski-bell located?

Alexandra Sanowski-bell practices at 3500 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557. The listed phone number is (252) 499-6000.

What is Alexandra Sanowski-bell's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Alexandra Sanowski-bell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alexandra Sanowski-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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Alexandra Sanowski-bell's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Alexandra Sanowski-bell reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Carteret County General Hospital Corporation (Morehead City, NC), Carteret Medical Group LLC (Morehead City, NC) and The Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (Torrington, CT). 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 Alexandra Sanowski-bell's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Alexandra Sanowski-bell accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Alexandra Sanowski-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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alexandra Sanowski-bell was last updated on October 14, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 days 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.