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DR. RICHARD COLLINS BELL M.D.
NPI 1730241480
Internal Medicine in Richardson, TX

Active since December 15, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 45D0952535 · Waiver
399 W CAMPBELL RD STE 106, RICHARDSON, TX 75080(972) 498-7681(972) 498-7696 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Richard Collins Bell M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RICHARD COLLINS BELL M.D. (NPI 1730241480) is an individual internal medicine provider in Richardson, Texas, licensed in Texas (J3668) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through October 14, 2026, and is affiliated with Methodist Richardson Medical Center.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730241480
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICHARD COLLINS BELLCredential: M.D.
Location Address399 W CAMPBELL RD STE 106Richardson, TX 75080-3615
Mailing Address399 W Campbell Rd Ste 106Richardson, TX 75080-3615 · (972) 498-7681 · Fax (972) 498-7696
Phone(972) 498-7681
Fax(972) 498-7696
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateDecember 15, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1730241480 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · J3668
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
399 W CAMPBELL RD STE 106, Richardson, TX 75080
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINF71456TX
OtherJ3668TX · State Lisence Number
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified00835DTX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.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

Dr. Richard Collins 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 ID5294865796
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100609000954
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.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 45D0952535

Richard C Bell MD PA · Richardson, TX
Active · expires Oct 14, 2026
CLIA Number45D0952535
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateOctober 15, 2024
Certificate Expiration DateOctober 14, 2026
Laboratory DirectorRichard C. Bell
Laboratory Phone(972) 498-7681
Laboratory LocationRichard C Bell MD PA399 W Campbell Road Suite 106, Richardson, TX 75080
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

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.

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.
271 services84 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
197 services78 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
165 services78 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.
89 services47 patients
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010
This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.
82 services46 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
66 services66 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Methodist Richardson Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Richardson, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number450537
Location2831 E President George Bush HighwayRichardson, TX 75082 · Collin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Plano

Acute Care Hospitals · Plano, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number450890
Location4700 Alliance BoulevardPlano, TX 75093 · Collin County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 75080 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
$131.01 typical visit price
range $57.18 – $172.86
Typical copayment $32.75 (range $14.29 – $43.21)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.80 typical visit price
range $18.48 – $141.20
Typical copayment $25.20 (range $4.62 – $35.30)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers17 claims17 services$29.19 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers39 claims39 services$72.67 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers19 claims19 services$175.01 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

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

RICHARD C BELL MD PA
Internal Medicine
399 W CAMPBELL RD STE 106
RICHARDSON, TX 75080
Dallas County (972) 498-7681

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 Richard Bell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Bell is 1730241480. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 15, 2006.

Where is Richard Bell located?

Richard Bell practices at 399 W Campbell Rd Ste 106, Richardson, TX 75080. The listed phone number is (972) 498-7681.

What is Richard Bell's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Richard Bell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard 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.

Does Richard Bell hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 45D0952535) is associated with this NPI, valid through October 14, 2026. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

What insurance does Richard Bell accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 1 other insurer list Richard 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.

Is Richard Bell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Richard Bell is affiliated with Methodist Richardson Medical Center and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Plano.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Bell was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.