DR. KEVIN CHILDERS M.D.
NPI 1134410129
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Gallatin, TN

Q: What is Kevin Childers's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kevin Childers is 1134410129. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 25, 2011.

Q: What is Kevin Childers's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kevin Childers was last updated on May 26, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since April 25, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1156 NASHVILLE PIKE, GALLATIN, TN 37066(615) 989-1088 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 26, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: May 26, 2026, Apr 10, 2025 (2 updates tracked since 2025).

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About Dr. Kevin Childers M.d. NPPES

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

DR. KEVIN CHILDERS M.D. (NPI 1134410129) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Gallatin, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (51782) and active in the NPI registry since April 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sumner Regional Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Gallatin.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1134410129

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X

Provider Legal NameDR. KEVIN CHILDERSCredential: M.D.

Location Address1156 NASHVILLE PIKEGallatin, TN 37066-3110

Mailing Address1156 Nashville PikeGallatin, TN 37066-3110 · (615) 989-1088

Phone(615) 989-1088

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 2011

Enumeration DateApril 25, 2011

Last NPPES UpdateMay 26, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 26, 2026

✔ NPI 1134410129 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RH0002X

License✔ Licensed in TN · 51782

Definition

An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 51782 (TN)

Also ListedPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationTaxonomy 208100000X · License 51782 (TN)

1156 NASHVILLE PIKE, Gallatin, TN 37066

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1300 Steam Plant Rd, Suite 300Gallatin, TN 37066-3032 · Phone (615) 230-8070

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Oscar Insurance Company.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Kevin Childers 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 ID244463990

PECOS Enrollment IDI20150721001921

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 5

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 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.

363 services187 patients

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.

275 services136 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

173 services162 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238

Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.

43 services41 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.

32 services31 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Sumner Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Gallatin, TN

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number440003

Location555 Hartsville PikeGallatin, TN 37066 · Sumner County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number440082

Location4220 Harding Rd, PO Box 380Nashville, TN 37205 · Davidson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Trousdale Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Hartsville, TN

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number441301

Location500 Church StreetHartsville, TN 37074 · Trousdale County

Emergency services

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

2 suppliers48 claims48 services$15.13 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier30 claims30 services$6.10 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

3 suppliers68 claims68 services$67.06 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.

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