DR. BENJAMIN W DART IV M.D.
NPI 1104810167
Surgery in Chattanooga, TN

Q: What is Benjamin Dart's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin Dart is 1104810167. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 7, 2005.

Q: What is Benjamin Dart's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benjamin Dart was last updated on February 18, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.

Active since September 07, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

94.7/100

CMS Quality Rating

979 E 3RD ST, STE 300, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403(423) 267-0466(423) 757-0775 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 18, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Dr. Benjamin W Dart Iv M.d. NPPES

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

DR. BENJAMIN W DART IV M.D. (NPI 1104810167) is an individual surgery provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (MD37822) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hamilton Medical Center, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1104810167

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameDR. BENJAMIN W DART IVCredential: M.D.

Location Address979 E 3RD ST, STE 300Chattanooga, TN 37403-2136

Mailing Address979 E 3rd St, Ste 300Chattanooga, TN 37403-2136 · (423) 267-0466 · Fax (423) 757-0775

Phone(423) 267-0466

Fax(423) 757-0775

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1999

Enumeration DateSeptember 7, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 18, 2019

✔ NPI 1104810167 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

License✔ Licensed in TN · MD37822

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

Also ListedSurgery · Surgical Critical CareTaxonomy 2086S0102X · License MD37822 (TN)

979 E 3RD ST, Chattanooga, TN 37403

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Other Identifiers 4

Other5566975Cigna

Medicaid3328077TN

Medicaid522651903AGA

Other4106058Bcbs Of Tn

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, UnitedHealthcare.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

Dr. Benjamin W Dart Iv 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 ID1355387648

PECOS Enrollment IDI20050708000368

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 8

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

226 services141 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

132 services74 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

57 services57 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

37 services37 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

33 services23 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Hamilton Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Dalton, GA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number110001

Location1200 Memorial DriveDalton, GA 30720 · Whitfield County

Birthing friendly

Erlanger Murphy Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Murphy, NC

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number341328

Location3990 East Us Highway 64 AltMurphy, NC 28906 · Cherokee County

Emergency services

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

Tennova Health Care-Cleveland

Acute Care Hospitals · Cleveland, TN

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number440185

Location2305 Chambliss Ave NWCleveland, TN 37311 · Bradley County

Emergency services

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

$81.53 typical visit price

range $52.64 – $160.89

Typical copayment $20.38 (range $13.16 – $40.22)

Most-billed visit code 99203

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.

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.

94.7/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

89.41

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

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

Ostomy skin barrier, solid 4 x 4 or equivalent, extended wear, without built-in convexity, each A4385