DR. THOMAS A. GOLPER MD
NPI 1043229495
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Nashville, TN

Active since August 05, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC, NASHVILLE, TN 37232(615) 936-2000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 31, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Dr. Thomas A. Golper Md NPPES

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

DR. THOMAS A. GOLPER MD (NPI 1043229495) is an individual nephrology provider in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (MD32204) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Univ. Of Vermont - Fletcher Allen Health Care, and is a graduate of Indiana University School Of Medicine (1973).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1043229495
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. THOMAS A. GOLPERCredential: MD
Location Address3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINICNashville, TN 37232-5100
Mailing Address3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200Nashville, TN 37215-2691 · (615) 936-2000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIndiana University School Of MedicineGraduated 1973
Enumeration DateAugust 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 31, 2022
NPPES CertifiedMarch 31, 2022
✔ NPI 1043229495 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in TN · MD32204
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
Also ListedSpecialist · Research StudyTaxonomy 1744R1102X · License 32204 (TN)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC, Nashville, TN 37232

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Thomas A. Golper 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 ID6103736319
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230208001631
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Thomas Golper reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Internal Medicine
111 COLCHESTER AVE
Burlington, VT 05401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Vermont enrollment
  • 1,643 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims

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.

Home dialysis services per month (20 years or older) 90966
Home dialysis services provide kidney treatment for patients aged 20 or older right in their own homes. This service includes necessary equipment, supplies, and support for performing dialysis. It's a convenient option that allows patients to maintain their daily routines while receiving essential care.
98 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Univ. Of Vermont - Fletcher Allen Health Care

Acute Care Hospitals · Burlington, VT
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number470003
Location111 Colchester AveBurlington, VT 05401 · Chittenden 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
$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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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
1 supplier12 claims12 services$21.30 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.

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 Thomas Golper's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Golper is 1043229495. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 5, 2006.

Where is Thomas Golper located?

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

What is Thomas Golper's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Thomas Golper enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas Golper 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Thomas Golper's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Thomas Golper reassigns Medicare benefits to University Of Vermont Medical Center Inc (Burlington, VT). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Thomas Golper's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Thomas Golper accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Thomas Golper 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 Thomas Golper affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Thomas Golper is affiliated with Univ. Of Vermont - Fletcher Allen Health Care.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thomas Golper was last updated on March 31, 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.