Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Bell, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Saratoga Springs, NY
- NPI 1679593222
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 65.4 / 100 · 2023
- 33 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1 West Ave, Suite 125
Saratoga Springs, NY 128666045
(518) 693-4418
fax (518) 693-4481
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 6, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1993 — 33 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #199462
- Medicaid
- NY #01951151
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679593222. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
184
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$17,327
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 51 | 42 | $92 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 44 | 19 | $77 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 35 | 35 | $80 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 20 | 20 | $124 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 19 | 19 | $169 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 15 | 12 | $48 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Saratoga Springs Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 27. This provider delivers 6.8× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
77
Patients
56
Total drug cost
$523
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 29 | 28 | $214 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 19 | 0 | $183 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 18 | 17 | $89 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 11 | 11 | $37 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Bell's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Bell practices Surgery Physician in Saratoga Springs, NY.
Where does Dr. Joseph Bell practice?
Dr. Joseph Bell practices at 1 West Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 128666045. Office phone: 5186934418.
What is Dr. Joseph Bell's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Bell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679593222, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Bell accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Bell accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Bell commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.