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SAM LOWY MD
NPI 1255412912
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Chattanooga, TN

Active since October 18, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
420 BELL AVE, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37405(423) 634-8884(423) 634-0813 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 11, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Sam Lowy Md NPPES

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

SAM LOWY MD (NPI 1255412912) is an individual psychiatry provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (14188) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Otto Kaiser Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston (1975).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255412912
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameSAM LOWYCredential: MD
Location Address420 BELL AVEChattanooga, TN 37405-3404
Mailing Address3908 Ivory AveSignal Mountain, TN 37377-3470 · (423) 886-3395 · Fax (423) 886-3396
Phone(423) 634-8884
Fax(423) 634-0813
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated 1975
Enumeration DateOctober 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 11, 2007
✔ NPI 1255412912 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in TN · 14188
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
420 BELL AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37405
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINB04814TN
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified3198711TN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community First.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Sam Lowy 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 ID9032018429
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170125000093
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Sam Lowy reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Camino Real Community Mhmr Center
886 mi
Case Management
19965 FM 3175
Lytle, TX 78052
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 152 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1154411262 (210) 357-0300

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 3

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.

Telehealth originating site facility fee Q3014
The Telehealth originating site facility fee is a charge for the location where you receive your telehealth service, such as a clinic or hospital. It covers costs like equipment use, technical support, and other resources needed to provide a secure, effective telehealth visit.
56 services21 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.
46 services16 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.
38 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Otto Kaiser Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Kenedy, TX
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number451364
Location3349 S Highway 181Kenedy, TX 78119 · Karnes County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37405 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

JAMES H BROOM MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
420 BELL AVE
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37405
Hamilton County (423) 756-2740
LINDA B HUDSON LCSW
Social Worker
420 BELL AVE
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37405
Hamilton County (423) 756-2740

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 Sam Lowy's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sam Lowy is 1255412912. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 18, 2006.

Where is Sam Lowy located?

Sam Lowy practices at 420 Bell Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37405. The listed phone number is (423) 634-8884.

What is Sam Lowy's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Sam Lowy enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sam Lowy 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 organization bills Medicare for Sam Lowy's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Sam Lowy reassigns Medicare benefits to Camino Real Community Mhmr Center (Lytle, TX). The 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 Sam Lowy's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Sam Lowy accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Community First list Sam Lowy 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 Sam Lowy affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sam Lowy is affiliated with Otto Kaiser Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sam Lowy was last updated on October 11, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 years 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.