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DR. VERN ERIC KERCHBERGER M.D.
NPI 1255697397
Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine in Nashville, TN

Active since April 03, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.12/100
CMS Quality Rating
1161 21ST AVE S, T-1218, MCN, NASHVILLE, TN 37232(615) 322-3412 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 23, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 19, 2020, Apr 22, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Vern Eric Kerchberger M.d. NPPES

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

DR. VERN ERIC KERCHBERGER M.D. (NPI 1255697397) is an individual critical care medicine provider in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (53763) and active in the NPI registry since April 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and is a graduate of Emory University School Of Medicine (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255697397
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0200X
Provider Legal NameDR. VERN ERIC KERCHBERGERCredential: M.D.
Location Address1161 21ST AVE S, T-1218, MCNNashville, TN 37232-2650
Mailing Address3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200Nashville, TN 37215-2691
Phone(615) 322-3412
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSEmory University School Of MedicineGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateApril 3, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 23, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 23, 2022
✔ NPI 1255697397 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0200X
License✔ Licensed in TN · 53763
Definition
An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 277611 (NY), 53763 (TN)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseTaxonomy 207RP1001X · License 53763 (TN)
1161 21ST AVE S, Nashville, TN 37232
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Oscar Insurance Company.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

Dr. Vern Eric Kerchberger M.d. 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 ID4284936410
PECOS Enrollment IDI20161213002719
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 7

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.
26 services19 patients
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729
This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.
18 services16 patients
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010
This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.
17 services15 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.
14 services11 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
13 services13 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440039
Location1211 Medical Center DriveNashville, TN 37232 · Davidson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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
$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.

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.

97.12/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality85.64
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Home ventilator, any type, used with invasive interface, (e.g., tracheostomy tube) E0465
DME-Other DME · category DE005N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$922.57 avg. paid by Medicare
Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466
DME-Other DME · category DE005N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$922.57 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers21 claims21 services$72.25 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$31.75 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$26.16 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

HOLLY VICTORIA CANNON FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1161 21ST AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 936-0060
DR. EVAN ZEHR MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1161 21ST AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-6943
DR. MEREDITH ANTONETTE MONSOUR MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1161 21ST AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-6638
DR. PRIYA CORYN VERBIK MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1161 21ST AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 343-4882
DAVID M ARONOFF MD
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
1161 21ST AVE S, A-2200 MEDICAL CENTER NORTH
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-8972
DR. CARI L MOTUZAS M.D.
Radiology (Neuroradiology)
1161 21ST AVE S, CCC-1121 MED CTR N, DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-3780
JENNIFER LYNN REEVES AG-ACNP
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurocritical Care)
1161 21ST AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 343-4665
HEBAH AL KHATEEB MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1161 21ST AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 343-4882

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 Vern Kerchberger's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vern Kerchberger is 1255697397. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 3, 2012.

Where is Vern Kerchberger located?

Vern Kerchberger practices at 1161 21st Ave S T-1218, Mcn, Nashville, TN 37232. The listed phone number is (615) 322-3412.

What is Vern Kerchberger's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Critical Care Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RC0200X.

Is Vern Kerchberger enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vern Kerchberger 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 Vern Kerchberger accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and Oscar Insurance Company list Vern Kerchberger 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 Vern Kerchberger affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Vern Kerchberger is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vern Kerchberger was last updated on March 23, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.