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ARNOLD BESOHONG ETAME M.D.
NPI 1639292287
Neurological Surgery in Tampa, FL

Q: What is Arnold Etame's NPI number?

The NPI number for Arnold Etame is 1639292287. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 9, 2007.

Q: What is Arnold Etame's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Neurological Surgery with taxonomy code 207T00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Arnold Etame was last updated on July 10, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 29 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.

Active since April 09, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

89.43/100

CMS Quality Rating

12902 USF MAGNOLIA DR, TAMPA, FL 33612(813) 745-4673(813) 449-8246 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 10, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Arnold Besohong Etame M.d. NPPES

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

ARNOLD BESOHONG ETAME M.D. (NPI 1639292287) is an individual neurological surgery provider in Tampa, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME113907) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of Medicine (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639292287

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207T00000X

Provider Legal NameARNOLD BESOHONG ETAMECredential: M.D.

Location Address12902 USF MAGNOLIA DRTampa, FL 33612-9416

Mailing AddressPo Box 198441Atlanta, GA 30384-8441 · (813) 745-4673

Phone(813) 745-4673

Fax(813) 449-8246

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of MedicineGraduated 2005

Enumeration DateApril 9, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 10, 2026

NPPES CertifiedJuly 10, 2026

✔ NPI 1639292287 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNeurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207T00000X

License✔ Licensed in FL · ME113907

Definition

A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.

12902 USF MAGNOLIA DR, Tampa, FL 33612

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company).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

Arnold Besohong Etame 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 ID3072767607

PECOS Enrollment IDI20130207000452

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 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.

Computer-assisted radiosurgery of simple growth of brain, each additional growth 61797

Computer-assisted radiosurgery is a non-invasive treatment for brain growths. It uses precise beams of radiation to target and destroy each growth without harming surrounding healthy tissue. For each additional growth, the process is repeated.

39 services14 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.

38 services38 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

24 services23 patients

Computer-assisted radiosurgery of simple growth of brain, first growth 61796

Computer-assisted radiosurgery is a non-invasive treatment for brain growths. High-energy radiation beams are precisely targeted at the growth, destroying abnormal cells. This method is often used for the first growth, reducing risks associated with traditional surgery.

23 services19 patients

Removal of skull bone for removal of growth of upper brain 61510

This procedure, known as a craniotomy, involves removing a section of the skull to access the brain. It's performed to remove a growth in the upper brain. After the growth is removed, the bone is usually replaced. It's a common procedure for treating brain conditions.

22 services22 patients

Computer-assisted procedure inside brain 61781

A computer-assisted brain procedure uses advanced technology for precise navigation within the brain. A computer creates a 3D model of your brain to help the surgeon accurately target the area needing treatment, improving safety and effectiveness.

22 services22 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33612 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

$130.04 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $171.84

Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$70.04 typical visit price

range $17.57 – $139.16

Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)

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.

89.43/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

73.84

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Lightweight wheelchair K0003

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$33.13 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 20

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

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