ABUBAKER A ELSHAIKH MD
NPI 1083000285
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Chattanooga, TN

Active since April 14, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
73.51/100
CMS Quality Rating
975 E 3RD ST, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403(423) 778-7000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 13, 2022, Feb 26, 2020, Jul 10, 2019 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2019).

About Abubaker A Elshaikh Md NPPES

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

ABUBAKER A ELSHAIKH MD (NPI 1083000285) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (65982) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Erlanger Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1083000285
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameABUBAKER A ELSHAIKHCredential: MD
Location Address975 E 3RD STChattanooga, TN 37403-2173
Mailing Address1010 Airpark Center DrNashville, TN 37217-5200 · (615) 221-4400
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateApril 14, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 5, 2022
NPI 1083000285 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
Licenses Licensed in TN · 65982 Licensed in MI · 4301116374
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
Also ListedPathology · Anatomic PathologyTaxonomy 207ZP0101X · License 4301116374 (MI)
975 E 3RD ST, Chattanooga, TN 37403

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11500 E Medical Center DrAnn Arbor, MI 48109-5000 · Phone (734) 936-4000
Location 21 Baylor Plz, MC 315Houston, TX 77030-3411 · Phone (713) 798-5490

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

Abubaker A Elshaikh 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 ID840525705
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220719002274, I20230110000985
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 13

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
215 services130 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
200 services54 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
129 services90 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
85 services70 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
83 services59 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
69 services64 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.

73.51/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality68.83
Improvement Activities40

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 Anesthetist, Certified Registered
975 E 3RD ST
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
975 E 3RD ST, ERLINGER MEDICAL CENTER
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Hospitalist
975 E 3RD ST
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
975 E 3RD ST
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Internal Medicine
975 E 3RD ST
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
975 E 3RD ST
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Social Worker (Clinical)
975 E 3RD ST
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Anesthesiology
975 E 3RD ST
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403

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 Abubaker Elshaikh's NPI number?

The NPI number for Abubaker Elshaikh is 1083000285. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 14, 2015.

Where is Abubaker Elshaikh located?

Abubaker Elshaikh practices at 975 E 3rd St, Chattanooga, TN 37403. The listed phone number is (423) 778-7000.

What is Abubaker Elshaikh's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Abubaker Elshaikh enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Abubaker Elshaikh 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 Abubaker Elshaikh accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice and Molina Healthcare list Abubaker Elshaikh 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 Abubaker Elshaikh affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Abubaker Elshaikh is affiliated with Erlanger Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Abubaker Elshaikh was last updated on July 13, 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.