STEPHEN A BESH M.D.
NPI 1659375392
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Memphis, TN

NPI Status: Active since June 10, 2005

Contact Information

100 N HUMPHREYS BLVD
MEMPHIS, TN
ZIP 38120
Phone: (901) 683-0055
Fax: (901) 685-9718

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Years of Experience 36
  • Internal Medicine
  • Hematology & Oncology
  • Accepts Insurance
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About STEPHEN BESH

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Stephen Besh, an internist established in Memphis, Tennessee with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in hematology & oncology and more than 36 years of experience. He graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans in 1990. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1659375392 assigned on June 2005. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RH0003X with license number 24886 (TN). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 15 years ago.

NPI
1659375392
Provider Name
STEPHEN A BESH M.D.
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
100 N HUMPHREYS BLVD MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Location Phone
(901) 683-0055
Location Fax
(901) 685-9718
Mailing Address
100 N HUMPHREYS BLVD MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Mailing Phone
(901) 683-0055
Mailing Fax
(901) 685-9718
Medical School Name
LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE IN NEW ORLEANS
Graduation Year
1990
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
06-10-2005
Last Update Date
02-24-2011
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An internist like Stephen Besh is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Internal Medicine Hematology & Oncology

Taxonomy Code
207RH0003X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
24886
License State
TN
Taxonomy Description
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.

Secondary Taxonomies

The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.

No. Taxonomy Code Type Classification /
Specialization
License No. (State)
1207RH0003XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Internal Medicine
Hematology & Oncology

18531 (MS)

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Molina Gold Standard - HMO
  • Molina Silver Standard - HMO

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

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Additional Identifiers

The NPI Enumerator encourages providers to submit additional identifiers with their NPI application although the submission of this information is optional. The additional identifier(s) section includes other numbers or codes currently or formerly used as an identifier for the provider by other public healthcare entities. The identifiers may include UPIN, NSC, OSCAR, DEA, Medicaid State or PIN identification numbers.

Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
127984001MEDICAID (05)AR 
4111554OTHER (01)TNBCBS TN
207526500MEDICAID (05)MO 
1525219MEDICAID (05)LA 
P00361154MEDICARE PIN (08)MS 
900000027MEDICARE PIN (08)MS 
4665190OTHER (01)AETNA
E91239MEDICARE UPIN (02) 
3897109MEDICAID (05)TN 
07407711MEDICAID (05)MS 
97555OTHER (01)ARBCBS AR
3897109MEDICARE PIN (08)TN 
P0025366MEDICARE PIN (08)TN 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Stephen Besh is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Stephen Besh is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • PECOS PAC ID: 5193799823

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20040819001261, I20040921001089

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes

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.

This service was performed 299 times for 150 patients

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 minutes

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.

This service was performed 47 times for 30 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes

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.

This service was performed 313 times for 275 patients

Physician Visit Costs



The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $40.22 for a new patient copayment and $23.4 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 38120 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99205

  • Average New Patient Price $160.89
  • Minimum New Patient Price $52.64
  • Maximum New Patient Price $160.89
  • Average New Patient Copayment $40.22
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.16
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $40.22

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214

  • Average Established Patient Price $93.6
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $16.72
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $131.41
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $23.4
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.18
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $32.85

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges

Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.

Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Stephen Besh is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

Hospital Name Address Phone Hospital Type Overall Rating
NORTH MISSISSIPPI MEDICAL CENTER830 S GLOSTER STREET
TUPELO, MS 38801
(662) 377-6608Acute Care Hospitals
MAGNOLIA REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER611 ALCORN DRIVE
CORINTH, MS 38834
(662) 293-1000Acute Care Hospitals
BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DESOTO7601 SOUTHCREST PARKWAY
SOUTHAVEN, MS 38671
(662) 772-4000Acute Care Hospitals
BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL6019 WALNUT GROVE ROAD
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
(901) 226-5000Acute Care Hospitals
METHODIST HOSPITALS OF MEMPHIS1265 UNION AVE SUITE 700
MEMPHIS, TN 38104
(901) 516-8274Acute Care Hospitals

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1659375392, we treat the final digit (2) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 68. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 68 = 2).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
6
Unchanged
Pos 3
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
Pos 4
9
Unchanged
Pos 5
3
Doubled → 6
Pos 6
7
Unchanged
Pos 7
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
Pos 8
3
Unchanged
Pos 9
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Check
2
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 5 → 10 → 1 3 → 6 5 → 10 → 1 9 → 18 → 9

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 6 + 1 + 0 + 9 + 6 + 7 + 1 + 0 + 3 + 1 + 8 + 24 = 68

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 68 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 68 = 2
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 2, which matches the last digit of 1659375392.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 20 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

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Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
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Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
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MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Nurse Practitioner
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Nurse Practitioner
100 N HUMPHREYS BLVD
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Nurse Practitioner
100 N HUMPHREYS BLVD
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Psychologist
100 N HUMPHREYS BLVD
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Nurse Practitioner
100 N HUMPHREYS BLVD
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Psychologist
100 N HUMPHREYS BLVD
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Internal Medicine
100 N HUMPHREYS BLVD
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
100 N HUMPHREYS BLVD
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Dietitian, Registered
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Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
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Genetic Counselor, MS
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MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Genetic Counselor, MS
100 N HUMPHREYS BLVD
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Specialist
100 N HUMPHREYS BLVD
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Pharmacist
100 N HUMPHREYS BLVD
MEMPHIS, TN 38120
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
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Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1659375392, enumerated as an "individual" on June 10, 2005.

The provider is located at 100 N HUMPHREYS BLVD MEMPHIS, TN 38120 and the phone number is (901) 683-0055.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RH0003X and a focus in Hematology & Oncology.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Molina Healthcare, Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Stephen Besh is affiliated with: NORTH MISSISSIPPI MEDICAL CENTER, MAGNOLIA REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER, BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DESOTO, BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL and METHODIST HOSPITALS OF MEMPHIS.