Douglas Best, MD
NPI 1659321438 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Kansas City, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Douglas Best, MD is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Kansas City, MO (NPI 1659321438).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659321438
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2004012743 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,281 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 410 | $8 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 230 | $10 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 229 | $9 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 115 | $37 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis With Contrast74177 | 91 | $81 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 78 | $9 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1110 N Sarah Dewitt DrGonzales, TX 78629-3311Phone: (816) 800-9020
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-11
- Last updated
- 2026-03-27
- Certified
- 2026-03-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Douglas Best's NPI number?
- Douglas Best's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659321438, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Douglas Best's specialty?
- Douglas Best is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Douglas Best located?
- Douglas Best's practice location on file with NPPES is 4401 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111-3220.
- What is Douglas Best's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Douglas Best is (816) 932-2549.
- Does Douglas Best accept Medicare?
- Douglas Best is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Douglas Best's NPI active?
- Yes — Douglas Best's NPI (1659321438) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.