MERCY CLINIC FORT SMITH COMMUNITIES
NPI 1699070649
Orthopaedic Surgery in Fort Smith, AR

Active since January 24, 2011
3501 WE KNIGHT DR, FORT SMITH, AR 72903(479) 709-6700(479) 790-6709 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 30, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities NPPES

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

MERCY CLINIC FORT SMITH COMMUNITIES (NPI 1699070649) is a healthcare organization registered as an orthopaedic surgery in Fort Smith, Arkansas and active in the NPI registry since January 2011. The organization lists Greta Wilcher, Cfo, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1699070649
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Legal Business NameMERCY CLINIC FORT SMITH COMMUNITIES
Location Address3501 WE KNIGHT DRFort Smith, AR 72903-6248
Mailing Address2901 S 74th StFort Smith, AR 72903-5156 · (479) 314-1101 · Fax (479) 314-4704
Fax(479) 790-6709
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialGreta WilcherCfo · (479) 831-7464
Enumeration DateJanuary 24, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateApril 30, 2025
NPPES CertifiedApril 30, 2025
✔ NPI 1699070649 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 6

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Also ListedFamily Medicine · Sports MedicineTaxonomy 207QS0010X
Also ListedNeurological SurgeryTaxonomy 207T00000X
Also ListedPodiatristTaxonomy 213E00000X
Also ListedPhysician AssistantTaxonomy 363A00000X
Also ListedNurse PractitionerTaxonomy 363L00000X
3501 WE KNIGHT DR, Fort Smith, AR 72903

Other Names 1

Other NameMercy Clinic River Valley Musculoskeletal

Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid186193002AR
Medicaid200199350HOK
Other5G406AR · Blue Cross Blue Shield
OtherDR1533AR · Railroad Medicare

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provider is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, who practice with different areas of specialization.193200000X MULTI-SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

128

Medicare enrollment records show 128 clinicians reassign Medicare billing to Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities, which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. Of these, 8 practice at this address and 84 within 10 miles. Listed here are the 20 practicing nearest to this location.

Clinicians by Medicare Specialty 23

Nurse Practitioner44
Family Practice19
Internal Medicine15
Orthopedic Surgery13
Emergency Medicine5
Podiatry5
Neurosurgery4
Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)3
15 other specialties20

Nearest to this location (20)

See all 128
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1922636174
3501 WE KNIGHT DR
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 709-6700
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1992640742
3501 WE KNIGHT DR
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 709-6702
✔ PECOSSame address
Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
NPI 1265910749
3501 WE KNIGHT DR
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 709-6755
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1861018350
3501 WE KNIGHT DR
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 414-9629
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Podiatry
NPI 1902338320
3501 WE KNIGHT DR
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 709-6700
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1780181370
3501 WE KNIGHT DR
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 709-6700
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1659767531
3501 WE KNIGHT DR
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 709-6700
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1649384413
3501 W. E. KNIGHT DRIVE
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 709-6700
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Pain Management
NPI 1275760936
3501 WE KNIGHT DR
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 709-6755
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Orthopedic Surgery
NPI 1356319123
3501 W. E. KNIGHT DRIVE
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 709-6700
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare0.1 mi
Family Practice
NPI 1144298845
3501 WE KNIGHT DR
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 709-6700
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare0.1 mi
Internal Medicine
NPI 1407010952
4107 MASSARD RD
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 314-4940
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare0.4 mi
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1144056110
7900 DALLAS ST
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 242-6647
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare0.5 mi
Pulmonary Disease
NPI 1104104330
7303 ROGERS AVE STE 101
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 314-8960
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare0.7 mi
Obstetrics/Gynecology
NPI 1578586376
3224 S 70TH ST
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 785-2229
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare0.8 mi
Emergency Medicine
NPI 1821727561
7301 ROGERS AVE
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 573-3083
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare0.8 mi
Critical Care (Intensivists)
NPI 1023247558
7301 ROGERS AVE
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 314-6245
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare0.8 mi
Neurology
NPI 1801538152
7301 ROGERS AVE
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 314-6245
✔ PECOS0.8 mi
Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)
NPI 1124015243
7001 ROGERS AVE STE 401A
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 314-4650
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare0.8 mi
Anesthesiology
NPI 1851448732
3501 WE KNIGHT DR
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 709-6755
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare0.9 mi
See all 128 clinicians

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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 Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities's NPI number?

The NPI number for Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities is 1699070649. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on January 24, 2011. The provider is also known as Mercy Clinic River Valley Musculoskeletal.

Where is Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities located?

Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities is located at 3501 We Knight Dr, Fort Smith, AR 72903. The listed phone number is (479) 709-6700.

What is Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 128 clinicians in 23 Medicare specialties reassign their Medicare billing to Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities. A 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 the clinician's services. The largest specialties are Nurse Practitioner (44), Family Practice (19) and Internal Medicine (15). Of these, 8 practice at this address and 84 within 10 miles. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

What insurance does Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 2 other insurers list Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities 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 Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities was last updated on April 30, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 months 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.