RUCHIKA TALWAR
NPI 1003349440
Urology in Nashville, TN

Active since April 04, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC, NASHVILLE, TN 37232(615) 936-2000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 27, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 27, 2022, Jun 16, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Ruchika Talwar NPPES

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

RUCHIKA TALWAR (NPI 1003349440) is an individual urology provider in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (65446) and active in the NPI registry since April 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Philadelphia.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1003349440
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208800000X
Provider Legal NameRUCHIKA TALWAR
Location Address3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINICNashville, TN 37232-5127
Mailing Address3841 Green Hills Village DrNashville, TN 37215-2691
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSRutgers New Jersey Medical SchoolGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateApril 4, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 27, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 27, 2022
NPI 1003349440 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyUrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208800000X
Licenses Licensed in TN · 65446 Licensed in PA · MT213483
Definition
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC, Nashville, TN 37232

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13400 Civic Center Blvd, 3rd Floor, West PavilionPhiladelphia, PA 19104-5127 · Phone (215) 349-5042

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ruchika Talwar 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 ID9234511775
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220801001456
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 6

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.

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.
25 services23 patients
Insertion of stent in ureter using an endoscope 52332
This procedure involves placing a small, flexible tube (stent) in your body's drainage system to help urine flow from the kidneys to the bladder. An endoscope, a thin tube with a light and camera, is used for precise placement.
19 services16 patients
Imaging of urinary tract following injection of a contrast agent 74420
This procedure involves injecting a contrast agent into your body to help highlight the urinary tract during imaging. The contrast agent makes your urinary tract more visible on the images, providing detailed information about its structure and function. This can help in diagnosing any potential issues.
17 services15 patients
Diagnostic exam of bladder and urethra using an endoscope 52000
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light, called an endoscope, to examine the bladder and urethra. It helps in identifying any abnormalities or issues that may be causing discomfort or other symptoms.
14 services13 patients
Diagnostic exam of bladder and urethra using an endoscope 52000
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light, called an endoscope, to examine the bladder and urethra. It helps in identifying any abnormalities or issues that may be causing discomfort or other symptoms.
14 services13 patients
Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440039
Location1211 Medical Center DriveNashville, TN 37232 · Davidson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37232 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
$66.01 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Pediatrics (Pediatric Cardiology)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Family Medicine
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Psychologist (Clinical Child & Adolescent)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Nurse Practitioner
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

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 Ruchika Talwar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruchika Talwar is 1003349440. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 4, 2017.

Where is Ruchika Talwar located?

Ruchika Talwar practices at 3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232. The listed phone number is (615) 936-2000.

What is Ruchika Talwar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Urology with taxonomy code 208800000X.

Is Ruchika Talwar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruchika Talwar 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 Ruchika Talwar accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and Oscar Insurance Company list Ruchika Talwar 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 Ruchika Talwar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ruchika Talwar is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruchika Talwar was last updated on July 27, 2022. 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.