DOUGLAS L BEST MD NPI 1659321438

NPI Information

  • NPI: 1659321438
  • Provider Name: DOUGLAS L BEST, MD
  • Classification: Radiology - 2085R0202X
  • Specialization: Diagnostic Radiology
  • Entity Type: Individual
  • PECOS Registration: Yes
  • Address: 4401 WORNALL RD
    KANSAS CITY, MO
    ZIP 64111
  • Phone: (816) 932-2549

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NPI Details

Douglas L Best, MD is a diagnostic radiology radiology in Kansas City, MO with 35 years of experience. The provider is a radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease. Douglas L Best, MD NPI is 1659321438. The provider is registered as an individual entity type.

The NPPES NPI record indicates the provider is a male.

Education
Medical School: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduation Year:1991

The provider's business location address is:

4401 WORNALL RD
KANSAS CITY, MO
ZIP 64111-220
Phone: (816) 932-2549
Fax: (816) 932-3939

The NPI 1659321438 is registered in the Medicare Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS). The provider is legally eligible to order and refer Part B (Clinical Laboratory and Imaging), Durable Medical Equipment, Part A Home Health Agency (HHA), Power Mobility Devices.

The following top HCPCS codes were publicly reported for this provider under the Medicare program for the year 2016. The reported codes are based on the top codes for each available Medicare specialty, excluding evaluation and management codes.

  • X-ray of chest, 1 view (HCPCS:71045)
  • X-ray of chest, 2 views (HCPCS:71046)
  • Ct scan head or brain without contrast (HCPCS:70450)
  • X-ray of abdomen, 1 view (HCPCS:74018)
  • Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast (HCPCS:74176)
  • Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast (HCPCS:74177)
  • Ct scan of upper spine without contrast (HCPCS:72125)
  • Dxa bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine (HCPCS:77080)
  • Ct scan of blood vessels of chest with contrast (HCPCS:71275)
  • X-ray of hip, 2-3 views (HCPCS:73502)
  • Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes (HCPCS:99152)
  • Ultrasound study of one arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers (HCPCS:93971)
  • X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views (HCPCS:73030)
  • Complete ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity (HCPCS:76770)
  • Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers (HCPCS:93970)
  • Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance (HCPCS:49083)
  • X-ray of knee, 3 views (HCPCS:73562)
  • Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue (HCPCS:76536)
  • 3d radiographic procedure (HCPCS:76376)
  • Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow (HCPCS:93880)
  • Limited ultrasound scan of abdomen (HCPCS:76705)
  • Complete ultrasound scan of abdomen (HCPCS:76700)
  • X-ray of knee, 1-2 views (HCPCS:73560)
  • X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS:73610)
  • X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS:73130)
  • Ct scan of chest without contrast (HCPCS:71250)
  • Ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts (HCPCS:93925)
  • Ct scan of blood vessels of neck with contrast (HCPCS:70498)
  • X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS:73110)
  • Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast (HCPCS:70496)
  • Ct scan of lower spine without contrast (HCPCS:72131)
  • Fluoroscopic guidance for insertion or removal of central vein access device (HCPCS:77001)
  • Ct scan of heart structure with contrast (HCPCS:75572)
  • Ct scan of chest with contrast (HCPCS:71260)
  • Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth (HCPCS:10005)
  • X-ray of upper arm, minimum of 2 views (HCPCS:73060)
  • X-ray of elbow, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS:73080)
  • X-ray of lower leg, 2 views (HCPCS:73590)
  • 3d radiographic procedure with computerized image postprocessing (HCPCS:76377)
  • Ct scan of face without contrast (HCPCS:70486)
  • X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views (HCPCS:72100)
  • Biopsy and aspiration of bone marrow sample for diagnosis (HCPCS:38222)
  • Imaging of urinary tract following injection of a contrast agent (HCPCS:74420)
  • Review by radiologist of ct guidance for needle placement (HCPCS:77012)
  • Nuclear medicine study of stomach to assess emptying (HCPCS:78264)
  • Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access (HCPCS:76937)
  • X-ray of pelvis, 1-2 views (HCPCS:72170)
  • Ct scan of middle spine without contrast (HCPCS:72128)
  • X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS:73630)
  • Imaging for evaluation of swallowing function (HCPCS:74230)

The enumeration date for this NPI number is 5/11/2006 and was last updated on 6/17/2025.

Taxonomy Codes

The NPI record includes the healthcare provider taxonomy classification, state license number and state of licensure. The following information regarding the scope of practice of this provider is available:

No. Taxonomy Code Taxonomy Clasification Taxonomy Specialization License Number License State Primary
12085R0202XRadiologyDiagnostic RadiologyMD219727OREGONNo
22085R0202XRadiologyDiagnostic Radiology04-30803KANSASNo
32085R0202XRadiologyDiagnostic Radiology2004012743MISSOURIYes

Other Identifiers

The following information regarding additional identifiers associated to this NPI record includes the other identifier number, identifier type, identifier state and issuer.

No. Other Provider Identifier Other Provider Identifier Type Other Provider Identifier State Other Provider Identifier Issuer
134061018OTHERBCBS PROVIDER NUMBER
2208743112MEDICAIDMISSOURI
330004132610001MEDICAIDKENTUCKY

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This page was last updated on: 11/21/2025

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