ELEANOR ISBELL MATHEWS M.D.
NPI 1982051116
Surgery in Fort Payne, AL

Active since May 18, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
321 MEDICAL CENTER DR SW, FORT PAYNE, AL 35968(256) 845-4131 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 22, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 22, 2021, May 18, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Eleanor Isbell Mathews M.d. NPPES

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

ELEANOR ISBELL MATHEWS M.D. (NPI 1982051116) is an individual surgery provider in Fort Payne, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (MD.37709) and active in the NPI registry since May 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Alabama School Of Medicine (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982051116
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameELEANOR ISBELL MATHEWSCredential: M.D.
Location Address321 MEDICAL CENTER DR SWFort Payne, AL 35968-3420
Mailing Address817 Princeton Ave Sw, Pob Ii; Suite 106Birmingham, AL 35211-1333
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateMay 18, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 22, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 22, 2021
✔ NPI 1982051116 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · MD.37709
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
321 MEDICAL CENTER DR SW, Fort Payne, AL 35968

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Eleanor Isbell Mathews 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 ID143624916
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210802002799
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Eleanor Mathews reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Multi-Specialty
200 MEDICAL CENTER DR SW
Fort Payne, AL 35968
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 23 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
200 MEDICAL CENTER DRIVE, ATTN: DIRECTOR OF PHYSICIAN PRACTICES
Fort Payne, AL 35960
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 36 clinicians in this Medicare group

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

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.
44 services33 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.
26 services21 patients
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35968 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
$81.90 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.08 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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 2

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

Surgery
321 MEDICAL CENTER DR SW
FORT PAYNE, AL 35968
Surgery
321 MEDICAL CENTER DR SW
FORT PAYNE, AL 35968

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 Eleanor Mathews's NPI number?

The NPI number for Eleanor Mathews is 1982051116. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 18, 2016.

Where is Eleanor Mathews located?

Eleanor Mathews practices at 321 Medical Center Dr SW, Fort Payne, AL 35968. The listed phone number is (256) 845-4131.

What is Eleanor Mathews's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Eleanor Mathews enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Eleanor Mathews 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Eleanor Mathews's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Eleanor Mathews reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Dekalb Specialty Care (Fort Payne, AL) and Fort Payne Clinic Corp. (Fort Payne, AL). Each 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 Eleanor Mathews's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Eleanor Mathews accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and Oscar Insurance Company and 1 other insurer list Eleanor Mathews 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 Eleanor Mathews was last updated on July 22, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.