DR. RITA RENEE CLAXTON M.D.
NPI 1306855655
Internal Medicine in Chattanooga, TN

Active since August 05, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
975 E 3RD ST, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403(423) 266-1490(423) 648-4570 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Dr. Rita Renee Claxton M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RITA RENEE CLAXTON M.D. (NPI 1306855655) is an individual internal medicine provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (28468) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Southern Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of East Tennessee State University Quillen College Of Medicine (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1306855655
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RITA RENEE CLAXTONCredential: M.D.
Location Address975 E 3RD STChattanooga, TN 37403-2103
Mailing Address979 E 3rd St, Suite 1001Chattanooga, TN 37403-2136 · (423) 266-1490 · Fax (423) 648-4570
Fax(423) 648-4570
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSEast Tennessee State University Quillen College Of MedicineGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateAugust 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
NPI 1306855655 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in TN · 28468
Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

975 E 3RD ST, Chattanooga, TN 37403

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPING49111
Medicaid3805844TN
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified3805840

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Rita Renee Claxton 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 ID9638178148
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110906000535
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 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 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.
448 services149 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
96 services92 patients
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
19 services19 patients
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
14 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Southern Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Riverdale, GA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110165
Location11 Upper Riverdale Road, SWRiverdale, GA 30274 · Clayton 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
$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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Walker, heavy duty, wheeled, rigid or folding, any type E0149
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$8.61 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
4 suppliers44 claims44 services$14.56 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
3 suppliers56 claims56 services$64.38 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.

Ophthalmology
975 E 3RD ST, BOX 338
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
975 E 3RD ST, BOX 376
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Internal Medicine
975 E 3RD ST
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
975 E 3RD ST
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Registered Nurse (Neonatal Intensive Care)
975 E 3RD ST, BOX 159
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)
975 E 3RD ST, BOX 159
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)
975 E 3RD ST
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal, Critical Care)
975 E 3RD ST, BOX 159
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1306855655, enumerated as an "individual" on August 05, 2006.

The provider is located at 975 E 3RD ST CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403 and the phone number is (423) 266-1490.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Rita Claxton is affiliated with: SOUTHERN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER.