DR. STEPHEN F BELL M.D.
NPI 1821037433
Internal Medicine in Thomaston, GA

Active since June 06, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
615 S CENTER ST, THOMASTON, GA 30286(706) 647-2147(706) 647-7229 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 2, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Stephen F Bell M.d. NPPES

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

DR. STEPHEN F BELL M.D. (NPI 1821037433) is an individual internal medicine provider in Thomaston, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (031383) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upson Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Mercer University School Of Medicine (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821037433
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. STEPHEN F BELLCredential: M.D.
Location Address615 S CENTER STThomaston, GA 30286-4141
Mailing Address615 S Center StThomaston, GA 30286-4141 · (706) 647-2147 · Fax (706) 647-7229
Fax(706) 647-7229
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMercer University School Of MedicineGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateJune 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 2, 2016
NPI 1821037433 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in GA · 031383
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.
Also ListedEmergency MedicineTaxonomy 207P00000X · License 031383 (GA)
615 S CENTER ST, Thomaston, GA 30286

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPING11641

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Stephen F 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 ID4981647765
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050602000625
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 4

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.
191 services81 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.
95 services58 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.
74 services55 patients
Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
19 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Upson Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Thomaston, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110002
Location801 W Gordon StreetThomaston, GA 30286 · Upson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30286 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
$124.10 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $31.02 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.84 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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 2

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
8 suppliers23 claims59 services$5.78 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
5 suppliers11 claims11 services$1.05 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 5

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
615 S CENTER ST
THOMASTON, GA 30286
Internal Medicine
615 S CENTER ST
THOMASTON, GA 30286
Internal Medicine
615 S CENTER ST
THOMASTON, GA 30286
Counselor (Professional)
615 S CENTER ST
THOMASTON, GA 30286
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
615 S CENTER ST
THOMASTON, GA 30286

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 Stephen Bell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Bell is 1821037433. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 6, 2006.

Where is Stephen Bell located?

Stephen Bell practices at 615 S Center St, Thomaston, GA 30286. The listed phone number is (706) 647-2147.

What is Stephen Bell's specialty?

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

Is Stephen Bell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen 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.

What insurance does Stephen Bell accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 1 other insurer list Stephen 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 Stephen Bell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Stephen Bell is affiliated with Upson Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Bell was last updated on December 2, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.