Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Bell, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Orthopaedic Trauma Physician · Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician · Palm Springs, CA
- NPI 1568484756
- MIPS 80.6 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs on file
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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151 S Sunrise Way Ste 100
Palm Springs, CA 922620129
(760) 568-2684
fax (760) 341-5832 - Mailing address
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Po Box 1730
Rancho Mirage, CA 922701058
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 20, 2024
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G63505
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1568484756. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,484
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$259,590
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 671 | 463 | $68 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 670 | 344 | $53 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 313 | 313 | $85 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 289 | 221 | $12 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 115 | 105 | $11 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 98 | 95 | $100 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 91 | 80 | $9 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 74 | 61 | $9 | |
27447 |
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee | 48 | 47 | $1,346 | |
27130 |
Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis | 34 | 33 | $1,348 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Palm Springs Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 159. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$36
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 1 | $35.78 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
592
Patients
305
Total drug cost
$9,678
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 158 | 75 | $786 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 95 | 71 | $921 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 61 | 22 | $2,704 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 58 | 17 | $155 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 47 | 39 | $212 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 40 | 22 | $476 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 30 | 14 | $240 |
| Lidocaine | Generic | 27 | 14 | $2,259 |
| Diclofenac Sodium ER (Diclofenac Sodium) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $1,507 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 22 | 20 | $71 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Bell's medical specialty?
Dr. James Bell practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Palm Springs, CA.
Where does Dr. James Bell practice?
Dr. James Bell practices at 151 S Sunrise Way Ste 100, Palm Springs, CA 922620129. Office phone: 7605682684.
What is Dr. James Bell's NPI?
Dr. James Bell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568484756, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. James Bell commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.