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ERNEST BRANDT APRN, NP-C
NPI 1235523234
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Chattanooga, TN

Active since March 27, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
96.19/100
CMS Quality Rating
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE C-520, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403(423) 778-5661(423) 778-5664 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 1, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Ernest Brandt Aprn, Np-c NPPES

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

ERNEST BRANDT APRN, NP-C (NPI 1235523234) is an individual family provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (19788) and active in the NPI registry since March 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Erlanger Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235523234
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameERNEST BRANDTCredential: APRN, NP-C
Location Address979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE C-520Chattanooga, TN 37403-2147
Mailing Address975 E. Third Street, Attn: Provider EnrollmentChattanooga, TN 37403-2147 · (423) 778-5661 · Fax (423) 778-5664
Phone(423) 778-5661
Fax(423) 778-5664
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateMarch 27, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 1, 2017
✔ NPI 1235523234 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in TN · 19788
979 E. THIRD STREET, Chattanooga, TN 37403
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.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

Ernest Brandt Aprn, Np-c 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 ID4385954890
PECOS Enrollment IDI20151113000605
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 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.
602 services410 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.
74 services65 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
31 services31 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
27 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

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

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
$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.

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.

96.19/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality85.2
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 13

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER KARL SANBORN MD
Surgery
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE C-620
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Hamilton County (423) 778-2906
DR. AMANDA MAY TEDSTROM MD
Internal Medicine
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE #C-620
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Hamilton County (423) 778-8224
DR. MEGAN E. SKORUPA STEVENS MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE # C-830
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Hamilton County (423) 778-9001
DHARMENDRAKUMAR A. PATEL MD
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE #C-520
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Hamilton County (423) 778-5661
MRS. JOYCE L. CAMPBELL FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE #C-830
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Hamilton County (423) 778-9001
DR. KIMBERLY KAY SMITH MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE# C-830
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Hamilton County (423) 778-9001
LEO KENDRICK MILLS MD
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE #C-520
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Hamilton County (423) 778-5661
DONNA REED DUFF FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
979 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE # B-601
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Hamilton County (423) 778-8179

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 Ernest Brandt's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ernest Brandt is 1235523234. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 27, 2015.

Where is Ernest Brandt located?

Ernest Brandt practices at 979 E. Third Street Suite C-520, Chattanooga, TN 37403. The listed phone number is (423) 778-5661.

What is Ernest Brandt's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Ernest Brandt enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ernest Brandt 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 Ernest Brandt accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee and 2 other insurers list Ernest Brandt 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 Ernest Brandt affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ernest Brandt is affiliated with Erlanger Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ernest Brandt was last updated on November 1, 2017. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.