Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Munford Yates, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Chattanooga, TN
- NPI 1104892017
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 87.7 / 100 · 2023
- 32 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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2200 E 3Rd St Ste 200
Chattanooga, TN 374042745
(423) 643-2500
fax (423) 305-7822 - Additional location
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9309 Apison Pike
Ooltewah, TN 373634340
(423) 648-0787
fax (423) 648-0789 - Mailing address
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4976 Alpha Ln
Hixson, TN 373435470
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 5, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #34041
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1104892017. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,500
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$223,150
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 598 | 456 | $84 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 411 | 212 | $8 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 346 | 237 | $8 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 308 | 290 | $64 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 284 | 152 | $10 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 282 | 282 | $230 | |
43248 |
Insertion of guide wire with dilation of esophagus using a flexible endoscope | 146 | 99 | $130 | |
82728 |
Ferritin (blood protein) level | 146 | 97 | $13 | |
86140 |
Measurement c-reactive protein for detection of infection or inflammation | 119 | 103 | $5 | |
85652 |
Red blood cell sedimentation rate, to detect inflammation, automated | 115 | 102 | $3 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in this city , average services per provider: 125. This provider delivers 28× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,825
Transactions
104
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 46 | $779.52 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 17 | $264.14 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 12 | $184.35 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | 4 | $76.77 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 3 | $67.95 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 4 | $62.83 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 3 | $56.18 | |
| GENZYME CORPORATION | 2 | $44.09 | |
| Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 2 | $44.07 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 2 | $43.80 | |
| Ardelyx, Inc. | 2 | $41.31 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 2 | $40.85 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 2 | $36.02 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 2 | $35.50 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $18.42 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,000
Patients
1,510
Total drug cost
$341,815
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 1,557 | 504 | $41,008 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 668 | 221 | $11,536 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 615 | 199 | $17,782 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 211 | 76 | $6,405 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 167 | 47 | $15,160 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 120 | 57 | $5,463 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates) | Brand | 119 | 119 | $9,665 |
| Diphenoxylate-Atropine (Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropine) | Brand | 105 | 25 | $4,954 |
| Promethazine Hcl | Generic | 95 | 30 | $2,670 |
| Gavilyte-C (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 75 | 74 | $1,337 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Munford Yates's medical specialty?
Dr. Munford Yates practices Gastroenterology Physician in Chattanooga, TN.
Where does Dr. Munford Yates practice?
Dr. Munford Yates practices at 2200 E 3Rd St Ste 200, Chattanooga, TN 374042745. Office phone: 4236432500.
What is Dr. Munford Yates's NPI?
Dr. Munford Yates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1104892017, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Munford Yates accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Munford Yates accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Munford Yates commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count (HCPCS 85025); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.