Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Jeffrey Atherton, M.D.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Chattanooga, TN
- NPI 1699138719
- Accepts Medicare
- 10 yrs in practice
- Male
- 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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6107 Morning Glory Dr
Harrison, TN 373419662
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 16, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2016 — 10 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #56946
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1699138719. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
409
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$67,861
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 242 | 234 | $173 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 77 | 77 | $209 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 73 | 72 | $119 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 17 | 16 | $71 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 46 peers in this city , average services per provider: 101. This provider delivers 4.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$15
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 1 | $15.03 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
162
Patients
162
Total drug cost
$1,565
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 30 | 30 | $133 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 26 | 26 | $151 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 23 | 23 | $281 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 16 | 16 | $128 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 15 | 15 | $400 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 15 | 15 | $82 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 13 | 13 | $208 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 13 | 13 | $142 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 11 | 11 | $39 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Jeffrey Atherton's medical specialty?
Dr. Jeffrey Atherton practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Chattanooga, TN.
Where does Dr. Jeffrey Atherton practice?
Dr. Jeffrey Atherton practices at 975 E 3Rd St, Chattanooga, TN 374032147. Office phone: 4237787000.
What is Dr. Jeffrey Atherton's NPI?
Dr. Jeffrey Atherton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699138719, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Atherton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Jeffrey Atherton accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Jeffrey Atherton commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Critical care (HCPCS 99291); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.