MS. DESHA D BEDFORD MD
NPI 1871571554
Internal Medicine in Westminster, MD

Active since January 04, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
200 MEMORIAL AVE, CARROLL HOSPITAL CENTER, WESTMINSTER, MD 21157(410) 871-6700(410) 871-7177 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 30, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 30, 2019, Mar 15, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Ms. Desha D Bedford Md NPPES

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

MS. DESHA D BEDFORD MD (NPI 1871571554) is an individual internal medicine provider in Westminster, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (D0062362) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center, and is a graduate of Howard University College Of Medicine (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871571554
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameMS. DESHA D BEDFORDCredential: MD
Location Address200 MEMORIAL AVE, CARROLL HOSPITAL CENTERWestminster, MD 21157-5726
Mailing Address10227 Dottys WayColumbia, MD 21044-3886 · (301) 921-7900 · Fax (301) 921-7915
Fax(410) 871-7177
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSHoward University College Of MedicineGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateJanuary 4, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 30, 20192 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1871571554 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 MD · D0062362
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 ListedPediatricsTaxonomy 208000000X · License D0062362 (MD)
200 MEMORIAL AVE, Westminster, MD 21157

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Mrs. Desha Kelly Md

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid406575100MD

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

Ms. Desha D Bedford Md 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 ID7012968233
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050204000619, I20050825000095
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 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.

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.
57 services56 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.
39 services39 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Silver Spring, MD
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number210016
Location11890 Healing WaySilver Spring, MD 20904 · Montgomery County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 21157 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
$139.05 typical visit price
range $60.73 – $183.44
Typical copayment $34.76 (range $15.18 – $45.86)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$106.59 typical visit price
range $19.60 – $149.17
Typical copayment $26.64 (range $4.90 – $37.29)
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.

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.

Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
200 MEMORIAL AVE, VP OF PHYSICIAN ENTERPRISES, CHC
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
Emergency Medicine
200 MEMORIAL AVE, CARROLL HOSPITAL CENTER
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
Emergency Medicine
200 MEMORIAL AVE, CARROLL HOSPITAL CENTER
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
Emergency Medicine
200 MEMORIAL AVE, CARROLL HOSPITAL CENTER
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
Emergency Medicine
200 MEMORIAL AVE, CARROLL HOSPITAL CENTER
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
Nurse Practitioner
200 MEMORIAL AVE, CARROLL HOSPITAL CENTER
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
Dietitian, Registered
200 MEMORIAL AVE, CARROLL HOSPITAL CENTER
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
Emergency Medicine
200 MEMORIAL AVE, CARROLL HOSPITAL CENTER
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157

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 Desha Bedford's NPI number?

The NPI number for Desha Bedford is 1871571554. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 4, 2006.

Where is Desha Bedford located?

Desha Bedford practices at 200 Memorial Ave Carroll Hospital Center, Westminster, MD 21157. The listed phone number is (410) 871-6700.

What is Desha Bedford's specialty?

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

Is Desha Bedford enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Desha Bedford 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.

Is Desha Bedford affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Desha Bedford is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Desha Bedford was last updated on April 30, 2019. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.