Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Bernadette Helton, M.D.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Chattanooga, TN
- NPI 1497048268
- Accepts Medicare
- 15 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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975 E 3Rd St
Chattanooga, TN 374032147
(423) 778-7000 - Mailing address
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1751 Gunbarrel RD, Emergency Room
Chattanooga, TN 37412
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 13, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #50699
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497048268. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
303
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$41,825
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 166 | 158 | $163 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 122 | 122 | $112 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 15 | 14 | $67 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 46 peers in this city , average services per provider: 101. This provider delivers 3.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
215
Patients
202
Total drug cost
$1,744
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 40 | 39 | $305 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 32 | 22 | $141 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 28 | 27 | $120 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 24 | 24 | $283 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 15 | 14 | $150 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 14 | 14 | $54 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 14 | 14 | $265 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 13 | 13 | $77 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 12 | 12 | $177 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 12 | 12 | $34 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Bernadette Helton's medical specialty?
Dr. Bernadette Helton practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Chattanooga, TN.
Where does Dr. Bernadette Helton practice?
Dr. Bernadette Helton practices at 975 E 3Rd St, Chattanooga, TN 374032147. Office phone: 4237787000.
What is Dr. Bernadette Helton's NPI?
Dr. Bernadette Helton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497048268, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Bernadette Helton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Bernadette Helton accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Bernadette Helton commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99283). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.