Taylor Bear, M.D.
NPI 1801019617 · Neurology Physician · Cleveland, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Taylor Bear, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Cleveland, TN (NPI 1801019617).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1801019617
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2006022060 (MO)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
898 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 313 | $84 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 94 | $148 |
| Nerve Conduction, 5-6 Studies95909 | 67 | $120 |
| Nerve Conduction, 9-10 Studies95911 | 59 | $188 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 59 | $81 |
| Injection of Chemical for Paralysis of Facial and Neck Nerve Muscles on Both Sides of Face |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 56 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | 186 | 76 |
| Levetiracetam | 179 | 46 |
| Gabapentin | 159 | 56 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 151 | 54 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 142 | 59 |
| Primidone | 113 | 39 |
| Lacosamide | 73 | 15 |
| Onabotulinumtoxinabrand: Botox |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,394 across 231 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 3020 Saint Johns BlvdSuite E3Joplin, MO 64804-1564Phone: (417) 659-6876Fax: (417) 659-6873
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-04-10
- Last updated
- 2020-09-02
- Certified
- 2020-09-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Taylor Bear's NPI number?
- Taylor Bear's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801019617, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Taylor Bear's specialty?
- Taylor Bear is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Taylor Bear located?
- Taylor Bear's practice location on file with NPPES is 2253 Chambliss Ave Nw Ste 400, Cleveland, TN 37311.
- What is Taylor Bear's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Taylor Bear is (423) 476-5002.
- Does Taylor Bear accept Medicare?
- Taylor Bear is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Taylor Bear's NPI active?
- Yes — Taylor Bear's NPI (1801019617) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-09-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.