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DR. THOMAS BEST M.D.
NPI 1750540068
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Scottsdale, AZ

Active since June 03, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.21/100
CMS Quality Rating
8114 E CACTUS RD, SUITE 240, SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85260(480) 427-3550(480) 718-8183 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 2, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Thomas Best M.d. NPPES

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

DR. THOMAS BEST M.D. (NPI 1750540068) is an individual psychiatry provider in Scottsdale, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (31040) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hillsdale Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of Medicine (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1750540068
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. THOMAS BESTCredential: M.D.
Location Address8114 E CACTUS RD, SUITE 240Scottsdale, AZ 85260-5260
Mailing Address8114 E Cactus Rd, Suite 240Scottsdale, AZ 85260-5260 · (480) 427-3550 · Fax (480) 718-8183
Phone(480) 427-3550
Fax(480) 718-8183
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateJune 3, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 2, 2013
✔ NPI 1750540068 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in AZ · 31040
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
8114 E CACTUS RD, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare PINZ138801AZ

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Oscar Insurance Company and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Thomas Best 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 ID6800920075
PECOS Enrollment IDI20191213000404
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Thomas Best reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Jackson-Hillsdale Community Mental Health Board
1,599 mi
Mental Health (Including Community Mental Health Center)
1200 N. WEST AVENUE
Jackson, MI 49202
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
  • 42 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1063466274 (517) 789-1209

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 2

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 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.
96 services43 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.
81 services40 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Hillsdale Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hillsdale, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230037
Location168 S Howell StreetHillsdale, MI 49242 · Hillsdale County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85260 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
$168.60 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $42.15 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$69.24 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $17.31 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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.

94.21/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality78.43
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
100%238 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%660 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
100%30 patients5/55-star benchmark: 95%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
100%46 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
100%29 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

KRISTIN ZENK P.T.
Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)
8114 E CACTUS RD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85260
Maricopa County (480) 663-7829
ARIZONA SPORTS AND REHABILITATION
Chiropractor
8114 E CACTUS RD, STE 220
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85260
Maricopa County (480) 663-7829
MEDSHAPE WEIGHT LOSS CLINIC LLC
Clinic/Center (Medical Specialty)
8114 E CACTUS RD, 230
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85260
Maricopa County (480) 922-1222
MR. ROBERT L GURNEE MSW, DCSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
8114 E CACTUS RD, #200
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85260
Maricopa County (480) 424-7200
SCOTTSDALE MEDICINE AND WEIGHT LOSS CENTER
Internal Medicine
8114 E CACTUS RD, SUITE 200
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85260
Maricopa County (480) 663-7829

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 Thomas Best's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Best is 1750540068. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 3, 2008.

Where is Thomas Best located?

Thomas Best practices at 8114 E Cactus Rd Suite 240, Scottsdale, AZ 85260. The listed phone number is (480) 427-3550.

What is Thomas Best's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Thomas Best enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas Best 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 organization bills Medicare for Thomas Best's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Thomas Best reassigns Medicare benefits to Jackson-Hillsdale Community Mental Health Board (Jackson, MI). The 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 Thomas Best's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Thomas Best accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Oscar Insurance Company, Priority Health and UnitedHealthcare list Thomas Best 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 Thomas Best affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Thomas Best is affiliated with Hillsdale Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thomas Best was last updated on August 2, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.