Christopher Bell, M.D.
NPI 1053548461 · Family Medicine Physician · Alma, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Bell, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Alma, AR (NPI 1053548461).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053548461
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- E-6823 (AR)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,130 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 497 | $160 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 367 | $110 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 208 | $193 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making99283 | 32 | $63 |
| Emergent Insertion of Breathing Tube Into Windpipe Using an Endoscope31500 | 13 | $126 |
| Insertion of Non-Tunneled Central Venous Tube for Infusion (5 Years Or Older)36556 | 13 | $75 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 127 | 124 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 84 | 83 |
| Cefdinir | 83 | 82 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 53 | 50 |
| Prednisone | 38 | 34 |
| Methylprednisolone | 31 | 31 |
| Cephalexin | 22 | 22 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-06-12
- Last updated
- 2015-05-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Bell's NPI number?
- Christopher Bell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053548461, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Bell's specialty?
- Christopher Bell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Bell located?
- Christopher Bell's practice location on file with NPPES is 605 Heather Ln, Alma, AR 72921-5061.
- What is Christopher Bell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Bell is (479) 430-7587.
- Does Christopher Bell accept Medicare?
- Christopher Bell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Bell's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Bell's NPI (1053548461) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-05-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.