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PAUL B GOOGE MD
NPI 1194789271
Pathology - Dermatopathology in Knoxville, TN

Active since April 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
315 ERIN DR, KNOXVILLE, TN 37919(865) 584-1933(865) 584-1323 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 29, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 29, 2026, May 11, 2026, Nov 18, 2025 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2025).

About Paul B Googe Md NPPES

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

PAUL B GOOGE MD (NPI 1194789271) is an individual dermatopathology provider in Knoxville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (15614) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sentara Rmh Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194789271
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZD0900X
Provider Legal NamePAUL B GOOGECredential: MD
Location Address315 ERIN DRKnoxville, TN 37919-6202
Mailing AddressDepartment 888107Knoxville, TN 37995-8107 · (865) 584-1933 · Fax (865) 584-1323
Fax(865) 584-1323
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateApril 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 29, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 29, 2026
✔ NPI 1194789271 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · DermatopathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZD0900X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TN · 15614✔ Licensed in VT · 042.0010674✔ Licensed in VA · 0101281191✔ Licensed in GA · 68780
Definition
A dermatopathologist is an expert in diagnosing and monitoring diseases of the skin including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic diseases. This entails the examination and interpretation of specially prepared tissue sections, cellular scrapings, and smears of skin lesions by means of light microscopy, electron microscopy, and fluorescence microscopy.
Also ListedPathology · Anatomic PathologyTaxonomy 207ZP0101X · License 0101281191 (VA)
315 ERIN DR, Knoxville, TN 37919

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11215 Lee StCharlottesville, VA 22908-0816 · Phone (434) 924-5227
Location 2112 11th St SWCharlottesville, VA 22903-3408 · Phone (434) 924-5227

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid3043236TN

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Paul B Googe 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 ID6608804554
PECOS Enrollment IDI20260105000817, I20260416002958
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

5

Medicare enrollment records show Paul Googe reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Specialist
706 GREEN VALLEY RD, SUITE 104
Greensboro, NC 27408
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 27 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
101 MANNING DR
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 2,797 clinicians in this Medicare group
Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine, Sports Medicine
4105 LEWIS AND CLARK DR
Charlottesville, VA 22911
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 2,820 clinicians in this Medicare group
Clinical Medical Laboratory
6400 PINECREST DR STE 200B
Plano, TX 75024
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
  • 5 clinicians in this Medicare group
818 mi
Dermatopathology
30 FARRELL ST, SUITE 202
South Burlington, VT 05403
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Vermont enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.
518 services354 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.
205 services107 patients
Surgical pathology consultation and report on referred slides prepared elsewhere 88321
A surgical pathology consultation involves reviewing slides prepared at a different lab to confirm or clarify a diagnosis. It's a second opinion to ensure accuracy. A report with findings and interpretations is then provided for your doctor's reference.
120 services115 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.
112 services41 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.
77 services51 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.
65 services41 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Sentara Rmh Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Harrisonburg, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490004
Location2010 Health Campus DriveHarrisonburg, VA 22801 · Harrisonburg City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Of Virginia Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlottesville, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number490009
Location1215 Lee StreetCharlottesville, VA 22908 · Charlottesville City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37919 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
315 ERIN DR
KNOXVILLE, TN 37919

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 Paul Googe's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Googe is 1194789271. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 14, 2006.

Where is Paul Googe located?

Paul Googe practices at 315 Erin Dr, Knoxville, TN 37919. The listed phone number is (865) 584-1933.

What is Paul Googe's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Dermatopathology, with taxonomy code 207ZD0900X.

Is Paul Googe enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul Googe 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Paul Googe's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Paul Googe reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Greensboro Pathology, LLC (Greensboro, NC), University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill (Chapel Hill, NC), University Of Virginia Physicians Group (Charlottesville, VA), Knoxville Dermatopathology Laboratory LLC (Plano, TX) and Dtgc, PC (South Burlington, VT). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Paul Googe's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Paul Googe accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Oscar Health and Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc list Paul Googe 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 Paul Googe affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paul Googe is affiliated with Sentara Rmh Medical Center and University Of Virginia Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Googe was last updated on September 29, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 32 days 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.