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CHELSEA AMANDA SHUGARS MD
NPI 1003261231
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Chattanooga, TN

Active since April 25, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
96.19/100
CMS Quality Rating
979 EAST 3RD STREET, SUITE C-830, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403(423) 778-9001(423) 778-4692 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 16, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 16, 2021, Dec 24, 2020, Mar 25, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Chelsea Amanda Shugars Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

CHELSEA AMANDA SHUGARS MD (NPI 1003261231) is an individual neurology provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee, licensed in North Carolina (2020-00455) and active in the NPI registry since April 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Erlanger Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1003261231
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameCHELSEA AMANDA SHUGARSCredential: MD
Location Address979 EAST 3RD STREET, SUITE C-830Chattanooga, TN 37403
Mailing Address979 East 3rd Street, Suite C-830Chattanooga, TN 37403 · (423) 778-9001 · Fax (423) 778-4692
Phone(423) 778-9001
Fax(423) 778-4692
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateApril 25, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 16, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 16, 2021
✔ NPI 1003261231 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 2020-00455
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
979 EAST 3RD STREET, Chattanooga, TN 37403
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Chelsea Amanda Shugars Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6305131228
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210623000374
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212
This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.
105 services14 patients
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study 95886
This procedure, known as an electromyography (EMG), involves inserting a small needle into your arm or leg muscles to measure their electrical activity. This complete study helps diagnose issues with nerves or muscles, providing valuable data for your treatment plan.
75 services63 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
67 services39 patients
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, limited study 95885
This procedure, known as an electromyography (EMG), involves placing tiny needles into your arm or leg muscles to measure their electrical activity. It's a limited study, meaning only specific muscles are tested. This helps identify any muscle or nerve dysfunction.
56 services38 patients
Nerve conduction, 5-6 studies 95909
Nerve conduction studies involve testing the speed and strength of signals traveling through your nerves. This helps identify any nerve damage or dysfunction. For 5-6 studies, this means multiple nerves will be tested. Small electrodes are placed on your skin to send and receive signals, causing minimal discomfort.
48 services48 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
35 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Erlanger Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Chattanooga, TN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number440104
Location975 E 3rd StChattanooga, TN 37403 · Hamilton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37403 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$121.80 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.60 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

96.19/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality85.2
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Oropharyngeal suction catheter, each A4628
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
4 suppliers11 claims33 services$3.41 avg. paid by Medicare
Canister, disposable, used with suction pump, each A7000
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
4 suppliers12 claims24 services$6.80 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing, used with suction pump, each A7002
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
4 suppliers11 claims42 services$2.88 avg. paid by Medicare
Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466
DME-Other DME · category DE005N
3 suppliers23 claims23 services$854.50 avg. paid by Medicare
Cough stimulating device, alternating positive and negative airway pressure E0482
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
3 suppliers21 claims21 services$313.93 avg. paid by Medicare
Respiratory suction pump, home model, portable or stationary, electric E0600
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
4 suppliers28 claims28 services$30.65 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

JEREMY B. WADDELL P.A.-C.
Physician Assistant
979 EAST 3RD STREET, SUITE 300
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Hamilton County (423) 267-0466

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Chelsea Shugars's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chelsea Shugars is 1003261231. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 25, 2016.

Where is Chelsea Shugars located?

Chelsea Shugars practices at 979 East 3rd Street Suite C-830, Chattanooga, TN 37403. The listed phone number is (423) 778-9001.

What is Chelsea Shugars's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Chelsea Shugars enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chelsea Shugars is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Chelsea Shugars accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 1 other insurer list Chelsea Shugars as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Chelsea Shugars affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chelsea Shugars is affiliated with Erlanger Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chelsea Shugars was last updated on August 16, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.