Christopher Bell, D.O.
NPI 1467450908 · Family Medicine Physician · Nederland, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Bell, D.O. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Nederland, TX (NPI 1467450908).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1467450908
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- J9625 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
699 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 279 | $119 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 221 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 105 | $82 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 51 | $3 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 30 | $2 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 13 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 157 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | 617 | 238 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 361 | 120 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 328 | 98 |
| Azithromycin | 289 | 134 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 275 | 86 |
| Losartan Potassium | 239 | 81 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 238 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,088 across 69 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-08
- Last updated
- 2007-10-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Bell's NPI number?
- Christopher Bell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467450908, 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 520 S Twin City Hwy, Nederland, TX 77627-4204.
- What is Christopher Bell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Bell is (409) 729-2266.
- 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 (1467450908) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-10-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.