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BRIAN BELLS CARINO M.D.
NPI 1841496726
Orthopaedic Surgery in Fort Defiance, AZ

Active since June 26, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7, FORT DEFIANCE, AZ 86504(928) 729-8000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 4, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 4, 2026, Nov 10, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Brian Bells Carino M.d. NPPES

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

BRIAN BELLS CARINO M.D. (NPI 1841496726) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Fort Defiance, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (48458) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Hawaii John A. Burns School Of Medicine (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1841496726
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameBRIAN BELLS CARINOCredential: M.D.
Location AddressCORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7Fort Defiance, AZ 86504
Mailing AddressPo Box 649Fort Defiance, AZ 86504-0649 · (928) 729-8000
Phone(928) 729-8000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Hawaii John A. Burns School Of MedicineGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateJune 26, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 4, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 4, 2026
✔ NPI 1841496726 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in AZ · 48458✔ Licensed in HI · MDR-4147
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.
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7, Fort Defiance, AZ 86504
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Other Identifiers 1

MedicaidMD1095AK

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona.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

Brian Bells Carino 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 ID840337879
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140210001472
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 3

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.
157 services127 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.
155 services124 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
39 services37 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 86504 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
$85.89 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $21.47 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

DR. ROMULO LAURETA PARUNGAO M.D.
Emergency Medicine
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7
FORT DEFIANCE, AZ 86504
Apache County (928) 729-8600
JAY S GUIKEMA FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7
FORT DEFIANCE, AZ 86504
Apache County (928) 729-8000
MARIBEL PASTRAN RD, CD
Dietitian, Registered
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7
FORT DEFIANCE, AZ 86504
Apache County (928) 729-8000
PONY NANCY SOKIRI PA-C
Physician Assistant
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7, CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7
FORT DEFIANCE, AZ 86504
Apache County (928) 729-8000
SARAH R WILLIAMS PT
Physical Therapist
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7
FORT DEFIANCE, AZ 86504
Apache County (928) 729-8000
JOHN NORBERT
Family Medicine
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7
FORT DEFIANCE, AZ 86504
Apache County (928) 729-8000
DR. LINDA BROWN TRUDEL MD
Family Medicine
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7
FORT DEFIANCE, AZ 86504
Apache County (928) 729-8000
DR. SAMMIE MICHEAL BIA III PHARMD.
Pharmacist
CORNER OF ROUTE N12 AND N7
FORT DEFIANCE, AZ 86504
Apache County (928) 729-8000

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 Brian Carino's NPI number?

The NPI number for Brian Carino is 1841496726. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 26, 2007.

Where is Brian Carino located?

Brian Carino practices at Corner Of Route N12 And N7, Fort Defiance, AZ 86504. The listed phone number is (928) 729-8000.

What is Brian Carino's specialty?

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

Is Brian Carino enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Brian Carino 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 Brian Carino accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona list Brian Carino 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 Brian Carino was last updated on August 4, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 days 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.