DR. TAYLOR CLAY BEAR M.D.
NPI 1801019617
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Cleveland, TN

Q: What is Taylor Bear's NPI number?

The NPI number for Taylor Bear is 1801019617. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2007.

Q: What is Taylor Bear's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Taylor Bear was last updated on September 2, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.

Active since April 10, 2007PECOS Enrolled

89.63/100

CMS Quality Rating

2253 CHAMBLISS AVE NW STE 400, CLEVELAND, TN 37311(423) 476-5002(423) 476-5969 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 2, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 2, 2020, Oct 23, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Dr. Taylor Clay Bear M.d. NPPES

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

DR. TAYLOR CLAY BEAR M.D. (NPI 1801019617) is an individual neurology provider in Cleveland, Tennessee, licensed in Missouri (2006022060) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Healthcare System, Inc, and maintains a secondary practice location in Joplin.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1801019617

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X

Provider Legal NameDR. TAYLOR CLAY BEARCredential: M.D.

Location Address2253 CHAMBLISS AVE NW STE 400Cleveland, TN 37311

Mailing Address2253 Chambliss Ave Nw Ste 204Cleveland, TN 37311-3861 · (423) 476-5002 · Fax (423) 476-5969

Phone(423) 476-5002

Fax(423) 476-5969

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSClvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv UniversityGraduated 2004

Enumeration DateApril 10, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 2, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 2, 2020

✔ NPI 1801019617 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2084N0400X

License✔ Licensed in MO · 2006022060

Definition

A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.

2253 CHAMBLISS AVE NW STE 400, Cleveland, TN 37311

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13020 Saint Johns Blvd, Suite E3Joplin, MO 64804-1564 · Phone (417) 659-6876 · Fax (417) 659-6873

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health 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 (PECOS)

Dr. Taylor Clay Bear M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID2365541455

PECOS Enrollment IDI20140811001392

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 18

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.

Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit J0585

Onabotulinumtoxina, also known as Botox, is a medication injected into muscles. It's used to treat various conditions by blocking nerve activity in the muscles, causing a temporary reduction in muscle activity. The units refer to the dosage.

17,355 services29 patients

Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study 95886

This procedure, known as an electromyography (EMG), involves inserting a small needle into your arm or leg muscles to measure their electrical activity. This complete study helps diagnose issues with nerves or muscles, providing valuable data for your treatment plan.

313 services171 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

94 services94 patients

Nerve conduction, 5-6 studies 95909

Nerve conduction studies involve testing the speed and strength of signals traveling through your nerves. This helps identify any nerve damage or dysfunction. For 5-6 studies, this means multiple nerves will be tested. Small electrodes are placed on your skin to send and receive signals, causing minimal discomfort.

67 services67 patients

Nerve conduction, 9-10 studies 95911

Nerve conduction studies involve sending small electrical shocks through the skin to measure how quickly nerves transmit signals. This helps detect nerve damage. 9-10 studies mean this process will be repeated on different nerves to gather comprehensive data.

59 services59 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.

59 services46 patients

Injection of chemical for paralysis of facial and neck nerve muscles on both sides of face 64615

This procedure involves injecting a chemical into specific facial and neck muscles, causing temporary paralysis. This helps reduce muscle activity and can alleviate certain medical conditions. Both sides of the face are treated for a balanced result.

39 services15 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

37 services35 patients

Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and drowsy 95816

Measurement of brain wave activity, also known as an EEG, is a non-invasive test that records electrical patterns in your brain. This procedure is done when you're awake and drowsy to understand how your brain functions during different states of consciousness.

35 services31 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

35 services20 patients

Nerve conduction, 7-8 studies 95910

Nerve conduction studies involve testing the speed and strength of signals traveling through your nerves. This helps doctors identify nerve damage. In a 7-8 study procedure, 7-8 specific nerves are tested. You may feel a mild, brief tingling or shock during the test.

31 services31 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

24 services24 patients

Needle measurement of electrical activity in muscle with injection of chemical for paralysis of nerve muscle 95874

This procedure involves a needle that measures the electrical activity in your muscles. A chemical is then injected to temporarily paralyze the nerve muscle. This helps in diagnosing and treating certain muscle or nerve conditions.

21 services14 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.

20 services20 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

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.

20 services19 patients

Nerve conduction, 3-4 studies 95908

Nerve conduction studies are tests that measure how well your nerves are working. In a 3-4 studies procedure, electrical signals are sent through 3-4 nerves. The speed and strength of the signal's travel is recorded to detect any nerve damage or dysfunction.

18 services18 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

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.

14 services13 patients

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285

An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Memorial Healthcare System, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Chattanooga, TN

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number440091

Location2525 Desales AveChattanooga, TN 37404 · Hamilton County

Tennova Health Care-Cleveland

Acute Care Hospitals · Cleveland, TN

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number440185

Location2305 Chambliss Ave NWCleveland, TN 37311 · Bradley County

Emergency services

Rhea Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Dayton, TN

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number441310

Location9400 Rhea County HighwayDayton, TN 37321 · Rhea County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37311 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

$121.80 typical visit price

range $52.64 – $160.89

Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$93.60 typical visit price

range $16.72 – $131.41

Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)

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.

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.

89.63/100

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

77.66

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening

Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer

7%277 patients1/55-star benchmark: 92%

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report

Percentage of patients with referrals, regardless of age, for which the referring provider receives a report from the provider to whom the patient was referred

39%173 patients2/55-star benchmark: 95%

Colorectal Cancer Screening

Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer

11%474 patients1/55-star benchmark: 85%

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%1,486 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

Patients screenedForUse: 97% · 348 patients

Patients tobacco: 18% · 33 patients

86%348 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%

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 2

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

AMBER ANDERSON NP

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)

2253 CHAMBLISS AVE NW STE 400
CLEVELAND, TN 37311

Bradley County (423) 476-5002

JATEUM MAUREE BLACKBURN FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

2253 CHAMBLISS AVE NW STE 400
CLEVELAND, TN 37311

Bradley County (423) 476-5002

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 Taylor Bear's NPI number?

The NPI number for Taylor Bear is 1801019617. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2007.

Where is Taylor Bear located?

Taylor Bear practices at 2253 Chambliss Ave NW Ste 400, Cleveland, TN 37311. The listed phone number is (423) 476-5002.

What is Taylor Bear's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Taylor Bear enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Taylor Bear is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Taylor Bear accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and Ambetter of Alabama and 3 other insurers list Taylor Bear 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 Taylor Bear affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Taylor Bear is affiliated with Memorial Healthcare System, Inc, Tennova Health Care-Cleveland and Rhea Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Taylor Bear was last updated on September 2, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.