ALTERNATIVE WELLNESS SERVICES
NPI 1982046207
Community/Behavioral Health in Biddeford, ME

Active since July 28, 2013
281 MAIN ST, BIDDEFORD, ME 04005(207) 494-8010 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 12, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 12, 2024, Dec 13, 2021, Mar 12, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Alternative Wellness Services NPPES

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

ALTERNATIVE WELLNESS SERVICES (NPI 1982046207) is a healthcare organization registered as a community/behavioral health in Biddeford, Maine and active in the NPI registry since July 2013. The organization lists Amber R. Elliott, Ceo, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982046207
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy251S00000X
Legal Business NameALTERNATIVE WELLNESS SERVICES
Location Address281 MAIN STBiddeford, ME 04005-2412
Mailing Address419 Alfred StBiddeford, ME 04005-3747 · (207) 494-8010 · Fax (207) 494-8471
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialAmber R. ElliottCeo · (207) 653-7641
Enumeration DateJuly 28, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 12, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 12, 2024
✔ NPI 1982046207 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyCommunity/Behavioral HealthAgencies
Taxonomy Code251S00000X
License✔ Licensed in ME · 665817
Definition
A private or public agency usually under local government jurisdiction, responsible for assuring the delivery of community based mental health, intellectual disabilities, substance abuse and/or behavioral health services to individuals with those disabilities. Services may range from companion care, respite, transportation, community integration, crisis intervention and stabilization, supported employment, day support, prevocational services, residential support, therapeutic and supportive consultation, environmental modifications, intensive in-home therapy and day treatment, in addition to traditional mental health and behavioral treatment.
Also ListedCase ManagementTaxonomy 251B00000X · License 665817 (ME)
281 MAIN ST, Biddeford, ME 04005

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Alternative Wellness Services is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

12

Medicare enrollment records show 12 clinicians reassign Medicare billing to Alternative Wellness Services, which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. Of these, 2 practice at this address and 7 within 10 miles. They are listed nearest first.

Clinicians by Medicare Specialty 2

Clinical Social Worker10
Mental Health Counselor2

Clinicians, nearest first (12)

Clinical Social Worker
NPI 1447883327
281 MAIN STREET
Biddeford, ME 04005
(207) 494-8010
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Mental Health Counselor
NPI 1487012688
275 MAIN ST STE 205
Biddeford, ME 04005
(207) 494-8010
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Clinical Social Worker
NPI 1063957819
74 BEACH ST
Saco, ME 04072
(207) 502-9353
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare1.1 mi
Mental Health Counselor
NPI 1568313864
411 ALFRED ST
Biddeford, ME 04005
(207) 494-8010
✔ PECOS1.3 mi
Clinical Social Worker
NPI 1316607732
411 ALFRED ST
Biddeford, ME 04005
(207) 494-8010
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare1.3 mi
Clinical Social Worker
NPI 1922600048
419 ALFRED ST
Biddeford, ME 04005
(207) 494-8010
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare1.3 mi
Clinical Social Worker
NPI 1790481083
419 ALFRED ST
Biddeford, ME 04005
(207) 494-8010
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare1.3 mi
Clinical Social Worker
NPI 1194300368
825 MAIN ST STE 3
Westbrook, ME 04092
(207) 494-8010
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare13 mi
Clinical Social Worker
NPI 1922491562
216 VAUGHAN ST
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 662-4480
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare14 mi
Clinical Social Worker
NPI 1801555826
59 PREBLE ST
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 774-4248
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare15 mi
Clinical Social Worker
NPI 1417558792
25 MIDDLE ST
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 756-4455
✔ PECOS16 mi
Clinical Social Worker
NPI 1780949800
227 CONGRESS ST 3RD FLOOR
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 590-9207
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare16 mi

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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 Alternative Wellness Services's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alternative Wellness Services is 1982046207. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on July 28, 2013.

Where is Alternative Wellness Services located?

Alternative Wellness Services is located at 281 Main St, Biddeford, ME 04005. The listed phone number is (207) 494-8010.

What is Alternative Wellness Services's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Community/Behavioral Health with taxonomy code 251S00000X.

Is Alternative Wellness Services enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alternative Wellness Services is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Alternative Wellness Services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 12 clinicians in 2 Medicare specialties reassign their Medicare billing to Alternative Wellness Services. A 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 the clinician's services. The largest specialties are Clinical Social Worker (10) and Mental Health Counselor (2). Of these, 2 practice at this address and 7 within 10 miles. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

What insurance does Alternative Wellness Services accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Alternative Wellness Services 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 Alternative Wellness Services was last updated on September 12, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.