John O'Bell, MD
NPI 1982657805 · Nephrology Physician · Fall River, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John O'Bell, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Fall River, MA (NPI 1982657805).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982657805
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 205573 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
551 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 157 | $78 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 137 | $128 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 117 | $171 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 110 | $350 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 17 | $168 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 82 | 25 |
| Torsemide | 75 | 18 |
| Lisinopril | 53 | 13 |
| Losartan Potassium | 50 | 15 |
| Furosemide | 43 | 11 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 43 | — |
| Carvedilol | 33 | — |
| Calcium Acetate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$241 across 3 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
- 2006-05-19
- Last updated
- 2026-05-26
- Certified
- 2026-05-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is John O'Bell's NPI number?
- John O'Bell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982657805, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John O'Bell's specialty?
- John O'Bell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John O'Bell located?
- John O'Bell's practice location on file with NPPES is 235 Hanover St, Fall River, MA 02720-5246.
- What is John O'Bell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John O'Bell is (508) 973-1750.
- Does John O'Bell accept Medicare?
- John O'Bell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John O'Bell's NPI active?
- Yes — John O'Bell's NPI (1982657805) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.