ROSS ERIC KERNS M.D.
NPI 1023018728
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Knoxville, TN

Active since July 26, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
76.17/100
CMS Quality Rating
9957 SHERRILL BLVD, KNOXVILLE, TN 37932(865) 639-2255(865) 691-7888 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 21, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 9, 2021, Jun 30, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Ross Eric Kerns M.d. NPPES

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

ROSS ERIC KERNS M.D. (NPI 1023018728) is an individual hematology & oncology provider in Knoxville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (MD20355) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Starr Regional Medical Center Athens, and is a graduate of East Tennessee State University Quillen College Of Medicine (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1023018728
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0003X
Provider Legal NameROSS ERIC KERNSCredential: M.D.
Location Address9957 SHERRILL BLVDKnoxville, TN 37932-3366
Mailing Address6016 Brookvale Ln Ste 200Knoxville, TN 37919-4092 · (865) 862-0998 · Fax (865) 544-1861
Fax(865) 691-7888
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSEast Tennessee State University Quillen College Of MedicineGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateJuly 26, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 21, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 21, 2025
NPI 1023018728 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hematology & OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0003X
License Licensed in TN · MD20355
Definition
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
9957 SHERRILL BLVD, Knoxville, TN 37932

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

Ross Eric Kerns M.d. 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 ID6305823840
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040712001601
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 76

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.

Injection, darbepoetin alfa, 1 microgram (non-esrd use) J0881
Darbepoetin alfa injection is a medication used to treat anemia (low red blood cell count) often caused by chronic kidney disease or chemotherapy. It works by stimulating your body to produce more red blood cells, helping to increase your energy and well-being.
38,600 services32 patients
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg J0897
Denosumab is a medication given via injection to strengthen your bones. It works by slowing down the cells that break down bone, improving bone density and reducing the risk of fractures. It's often used for osteoporosis treatment.
33,180 services179 patients
Injection, nivolumab, 1 mg J9299
Nivolumab is a medication given via injection, often used in cancer treatment. It works by helping your immune system fight the cancer cells. The dosage is measured in milligrams (mg), with 1 mg being a common dose.
29,700 services12 patients
Injection, aprepitant, 1 mg J0185
Aprepitant injection is a medication used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy. It works by blocking certain substances in the brain that trigger these symptoms. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
22,490 services34 patients
Injection, daratumumab, 10 mg and hyaluronidase-fihj J9144
Daratumumab and hyaluronidase-fihj is an injection administered to treat certain types of blood cancer. The medication works by targeting and killing specific cancer cells. It's often given under the skin to reduce side effects and improve patient comfort.
21,780 services15 patients
Injection, pembrolizumab, 1 mg J9271
Pembrolizumab is a medication given via injection to help your body's immune system fight certain types of cancer. It's typically administered in a hospital or clinic by a healthcare professional.
20,200 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Starr Regional Medical Center Athens

Acute Care Hospitals · Athens, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number440068
Location1114 W Madison AveAthens, TN 37371 · Mc Minn County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Fort Loudoun Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Lenoir City, TN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number440110
Location550 Fort Loudon Medical Center DrLenoir City, TN 37772 · Loudon County
Emergency services

Physicians Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Powell, TN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number440120
Location7565 Dannaher Way PowellPowell, TN 37849 · Knox County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Knoxville, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440125
Location1901 W Clinch AveKnoxville, TN 37916 · Knox County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Parkwest Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Knoxville, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440173
Location9352 Park West BlvdKnoxville, TN 37923 · Knox County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37932 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
$160.89 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $40.22 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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.

76.17/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality90.43
Promoting Interoperability87
Improvement Activities40
Cost35.04

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
4 suppliers27 claims27 services$16.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
4 suppliers40 claims40 services$76.52 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier13 claims13 services$32.53 avg. paid by Medicare
Breast prosthesis, mastectomy bra, without integrated breast prosthesis form, any size, any type L8000
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
4 suppliers13 claims36 services$32.67 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 20

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
9957 SHERRILL BLVD
KNOXVILLE, TN 37932
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
9957 SHERRILL BLVD
KNOXVILLE, TN 37932
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
9957 SHERRILL BLVD
KNOXVILLE, TN 37932
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
9957 SHERRILL BLVD
KNOXVILLE, TN 37932
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
9957 SHERRILL BLVD
KNOXVILLE, TN 37932
Registered Nurse
9957 SHERRILL BLVD
KNOXVILLE, TN 37932
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
9957 SHERRILL BLVD
KNOXVILLE, TN 37932
Nurse Practitioner
9957 SHERRILL BLVD
KNOXVILLE, TN 37932

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 Ross Kerns's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ross Kerns is 1023018728. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 26, 2005.

Where is Ross Kerns located?

Ross Kerns practices at 9957 Sherrill Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37932. The listed phone number is (865) 639-2255.

What is Ross Kerns's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology & Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RH0003X.

Is Ross Kerns enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ross Kerns 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 Ross Kerns accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and UnitedHealthcare list Ross Kerns 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 Ross Kerns affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ross Kerns is affiliated with Starr Regional Medical Center Athens, Fort Loudoun Medical Center, Physicians Regional Medical Center, Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center and Parkwest Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ross Kerns was last updated on April 21, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 months 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.