PUJA AGGARWAL M.D.
NPI 1295997377
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Nashville, TN

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Puja Aggarwal is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Puja Aggarwal is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

• Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

• PECOS PAC ID: 3870742018

  What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
  A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

• PECOS Enrollment ID: I20200714002015, I20220923001094, I20230125002630, I20230804001544, I20230918000623, I20230922000484, I20240625002308, I20240816001996, I20250304003617

  What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
  The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

• Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

  What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
  When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
  A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

• Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Follow-up inpatient consultation, intermediate, physicians typically spend 25 minutes communicating with the patient via telehealth

A follow-up inpatient consultation is a service where a doctor spends around 25 minutes discussing your health progress via telehealth. This virtual meeting helps track your recovery, manage your treatment plan, and address any concerns you may have. It's a crucial part of your ongoing care.

This service was performed 68 times for 54 patients

Follow-up inpatient consultation, limited, physicians typically spend 15 minutes communicating with the patient via telehealth

A follow-up inpatient consultation is a brief, 15-minute check-in with your doctor via telehealth. This allows your physician to monitor your progress, address any concerns, and adjust your treatment plan if necessary. It's an essential part of your ongoing care.

This service was performed 56 times for 51 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes

Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.

This service was performed 105 times for 100 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes

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.

This service was performed 15 times for 15 patients

Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and asleep

The measurement of brain wave activity, known as an EEG, records the brain's electrical signals. It's performed when you're awake and asleep to monitor your brain's functioning. It helps in diagnosing conditions like epilepsy, sleep disorders, and other neurological issues.

This service was performed 11 times for 11 patients

Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and drowsy

Measurement of brain wave activity, also known as an EEG, is a non-invasive test that records electrical patterns in your brain. This procedure is done when you're awake and drowsy to understand how your brain functions during different states of consciousness.

This service was performed 75 times for 74 patients

Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), digital analysis

The measurement of brain wave activity, or EEG, involves recording and analyzing electrical signals from your brain. Small sensors are placed on the scalp to capture these signals. This digital analysis helps in diagnosing conditions like epilepsy or sleep disorders.

This service was performed 29 times for 26 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

This service was performed 22 times for 21 patients

Telehealth consultation, emergency department or initial inpatient, typically 30 minutes communicating with the patient via telehealth

A telehealth consultation is a remote medical service where a doctor assesses your health condition through a video call. In an emergency or initial inpatient scenario, this typically lasts for about 30 minutes. This method allows for prompt, efficient care without needing to be physically present in a healthcare facility.

This service was performed 16 times for 16 patients

Telehealth consultation, emergency department or initial inpatient, typically 30 minutes communicating with the patient via telehealth

A telehealth consultation is a remote medical service where a doctor assesses your health condition through a video call. In an emergency or initial inpatient scenario, this typically lasts for about 30 minutes. This method allows for prompt, efficient care without needing to be physically present in a healthcare facility.

This service was performed 211 times for 209 patients

Telehealth consultation, emergency department or initial inpatient, typically 50 minutes communicating with the patient via telehealth

A Telehealth consultation is a virtual medical appointment. In an emergency department or initial inpatient scenario, a healthcare professional interacts with you through a secured video call for about 50 minutes. It allows you to receive care without physically being in the hospital.

This service was performed 92 times for 92 patients

Physician Visit Costs

The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $30.45 for a new patient copayment and $23.4 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 37232 ZIP code area.

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges

Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.

Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Puja Aggarwal is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

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