ROBERT TAYLOR RIPLEY MD
NPI 1154477784
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Nashville, TN

Q: What is Robert Ripley's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Ripley is 1154477784. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 26, 2007.

Q: What is Robert Ripley's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Ripley was last updated on May 29, 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 January 26, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

91.34/100

CMS Quality Rating

1301 MEDICAL CENTER DR, NASHVILLE, TN 37232(615) 322-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 29, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: May 29, 2026, May 27, 2025, Dec 12, 2023 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Robert Taylor Ripley Md NPPES

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

ROBERT TAYLOR RIPLEY MD (NPI 1154477784) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (77146) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154477784

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameROBERT TAYLOR RIPLEYCredential: MD

Location Address1301 MEDICAL CENTER DRNashville, TN 37232-0028

Mailing Address3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200Nashville, TN 37215-2691 · (615) 322-6842

Phone(615) 322-5000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSVanderbilt University School Of MedicineGraduated 2004

Enumeration DateJanuary 26, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateMay 29, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 29, 2026

✔ NPI 1154477784 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in TN · 77146✔ Licensed in TX · S4852

Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License D0081622 (MD), S4852 (TX)

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License TL-1347 (CO)

1301 MEDICAL CENTER DR, Nashville, TN 37232

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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 17200 Cambridge St Fl 6Houston, TX 77030-4202 · Phone (713) 798-6376

Location 2University Of Colorado School Of Medicine, 4200 E. 9th Ave.Denver, CO 80262-0001 · Phone (303) 493-7000

Location 36620 Main St Ste 1325Houston, TX 77030-2332 · Phone (713) 798-6376 · Fax (713) 798-8131

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and more.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

Robert Taylor Ripley 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 ID3678822376

PECOS Enrollment IDI20180814000399

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 4

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

46 services30 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

42 services34 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

26 services26 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.

21 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number450193

Location6720 Bertner Ave, Ste Mc1-266Houston, TX 77030 · Harris County

Emergency services

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

$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

$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.

91.34/100

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

81.64

Promoting Interoperability

89.13

Improvement Activities

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.

JORDAN MCKENZIE-SOLIS APRN, AGACNP-BC

Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)

1301 MEDICAL CENTER DR
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

Davidson County (615) 322-3000

DR. TAYLOR MCKINLEY CHANEY DO

Internal Medicine (Nephrology)

1301 MEDICAL CENTER DR
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

Davidson County (615) 322-5000

DR. LAURA ARTIM

Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)

1301 MEDICAL CENTER DR
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

Davidson County (615) 322-3000

JENA MCDANIEL PHD, CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

1301 MEDICAL CENTER DR
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

Davidson County (615) 322-3000

DR. HOLLY ENDE M.D.

Anesthesiology

1301 MEDICAL CENTER DR, 4648 TVC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

Davidson County (225) 936-9765

CHRISTOPHER ALESSIA DO

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

1301 MEDICAL CENTER DR
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

Davidson County (615) 322-5000

JESSICA LOUISE BARRETT PA-C

Physician Assistant (Medical)

1301 MEDICAL CENTER DR
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

Davidson County (615) 322-5000

DR. JAMES ALEXANDER GOSS MD

Hospitalist

1301 MEDICAL CENTER DR
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

Davidson County (615) 322-5000

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 Robert Ripley's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Ripley is 1154477784. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 26, 2007.

Where is Robert Ripley located?

Robert Ripley practices at 1301 Medical Center Dr, Nashville, TN 37232. The listed phone number is (615) 322-5000.

What is Robert Ripley's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Robert Ripley enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Ripley 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 Robert Ripley accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice and UnitedHealthcare and 1 other insurer list Robert Ripley 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 Robert Ripley affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Robert Ripley is affiliated with Chi St Luke's Health Baylor College Of Medicine Me.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Ripley was last updated on May 29, 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.