DR. JAMES LAWRENCE ZELLNER MD
NPI 1184610867
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Chattanooga, TN

Q: What is James Zellner's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Zellner is 1184610867. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 27, 2005.

Q: What is James Zellner'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 James Zellner was last updated on December 5, 2016. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since September 27, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

94.7/100

CMS Quality Rating

2108 E 3RD ST, SUITE 300, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404(423) 624-5233(423) 624-4440 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 5, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

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About Dr. James Lawrence Zellner Md NPPES

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

DR. JAMES LAWRENCE ZELLNER MD (NPI 1184610867) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (34082) 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 University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1184610867

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES LAWRENCE ZELLNERCredential: MD

Location Address2108 E 3RD ST, SUITE 300Chattanooga, TN 37404-2605

Mailing Address2501 Citico AveChattanooga, TN 37404-1127 · (423) 697-2000 · Fax (423) 697-2118

Phone(423) 624-5233

Fax(423) 624-4440

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Cincinnati College Of MedicineGraduated 1986

Enumeration DateSeptember 27, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 5, 2016

✔ NPI 1184610867 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

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

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in TN · 34082✔ Licensed in SC · 13478✔ Licensed in GA · 048838

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.

2108 E 3RD ST, Chattanooga, TN 37404

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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid3849578TN

Medicare UPING24738

Medicare PINGRP3449GA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc..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. James Lawrence Zellner 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 ID7416850466

PECOS Enrollment IDI20080401000021, I20080729000447

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 14

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.

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.

62 services62 patients

Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508

Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.

40 services39 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.

29 services29 patients

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.

28 services22 patients

Harvest of arm artery segment for heart byplass procedure 35600

In a heart bypass procedure, an artery segment from your arm may be harvested. This means a small piece of artery is carefully removed. This artery segment is then transplanted to your heart to restore blood flow, improving heart function.

24 services24 patients

Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361

This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.

22 services22 patients

Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533

A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.

22 services22 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.

19 services14 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.

18 services16 patients

Coronary artery bypass using vein or artery graft, 2 grafts 33518

A coronary artery bypass with 2 grafts is a surgery to improve blood flow to your heart. A surgeon takes a healthy vein or artery from your body and attaches it to the blocked coronary artery. This creates a new path for blood to flow, bypassing the blockage.

15 services15 patients

Extensive destruction and reconstruction of right upper heart chamber on heart-lung machine 33259

This procedure involves the significant repair and rebuilding of the right upper chamber of your heart, using a heart-lung machine. This machine takes over heart and lung functions during the operation, ensuring oxygen-rich blood circulates in your body.

12 services12 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.

12 services11 patients

Coronary artery bypass using vein or artery graft, 3 grafts 33519

A coronary artery bypass with 3 grafts is a surgery to improve blood flow to the heart. Veins or arteries from other parts of your body are used to bypass blocked coronary arteries. This helps to restore normal blood flow to the heart, reducing the risk of heart disease.

11 services11 patients

Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 3 grafts 33535

A Coronary Artery Bypass with 3 artery grafts is a heart surgery that improves blood flow. It involves taking arteries from other parts of your body and using them to bypass, or go around, up to 3 blocked areas in your heart. This enhances heart function.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Memorial Healthcare System, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Chattanooga, TN

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number440091

Location2525 Desales AveChattanooga, TN 37404 · Hamilton County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37404 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.

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

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing

100%74 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information

95%257 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 17

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. DANIEL FRANKLIN FISHER JR. M.D.

Surgery (Vascular Surgery)

2108 E 3RD ST, SUITE 200
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404

Hamilton County (423) 267-0466

WILSON MONROE CLEMENTS M.D.

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)

2108 E 3RD ST, SUITE 300
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404

Hamilton County (423) 624-5200

DR. MICHAEL S GREER M.D.

Surgery (Vascular Surgery)

2108 E 3RD ST, SUITE 200
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404

Hamilton County (423) 267-0466

RICHARD C MORRISON MD PC

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)

2108 E 3RD ST, STE 300
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404

Hamilton County (423) 624-5200

MR. MICHAEL S. LOGA MSN, FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

2108 E 3RD ST, SUITE 300
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404

Hamilton County (423) 624-5200

MR. HAROLD DAVID HEAD MD

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)

2108 E 3RD ST, SUITE 300
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404

Hamilton County (423) 624-5233

UNIVERSITY SURGICAL ASSOCIATES, LLC

Prosthetist

2108 E 3RD ST, SUITE 100
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404

Hamilton County (423) 493-2395

DR. JEFFREY S HORN M.D.

Surgery (Vascular Surgery)

2108 E 3RD ST, SUITE 200
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404

Hamilton County (423) 267-0466

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 James Zellner's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Zellner is 1184610867. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 27, 2005.

Where is James Zellner located?

James Zellner practices at 2108 E 3rd St Suite 300, Chattanooga, TN 37404. The listed phone number is (423) 624-5233.

What is James Zellner's specialty?

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

Is James Zellner enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Zellner 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 James Zellner accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc. list James Zellner 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 James Zellner affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Zellner is affiliated with Hamilton Medical Center and Memorial Healthcare System, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Zellner was last updated on December 5, 2016. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.