DR. ROBERT JOSEPH AMPUDIA M.D.
NPI 1437127610
Surgery in Newport, TN

Q: What is Robert Ampudia's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Ampudia is 1437127610. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 14, 2006.

Q: What is Robert Ampudia's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Ampudia was last updated on September 4, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since March 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

81.6/100

CMS Quality Rating

434 4TH ST STE 305, NEWPORT, TN 37821(423) 623-0419(423) 623-9543 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 4, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 4, 2025, Jul 21, 2022, Sep 19, 2019 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Dr. Robert Joseph Ampudia M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ROBERT JOSEPH AMPUDIA M.D. (NPI 1437127610) is an individual surgery provider in Newport, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (46670) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of Medicine (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437127610

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameDR. ROBERT JOSEPH AMPUDIACredential: M.D.

Location Address434 4TH ST STE 305Newport, TN 37821-3735

Mailing Address434 4th St Ste 305Newport, TN 37821-3735 · (423) 623-0419 · Fax (423) 623-9543

Phone(423) 623-0419

Fax(423) 623-9543

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of MedicineGraduated 1994

Enumeration DateMarch 14, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 4, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 4, 2025

✔ NPI 1437127610 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in TN · 46670✔ Licensed in WV · 26591✔ Licensed in VA · 0101226304

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

Also ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License 46670 (TN)

434 4TH ST STE 305, Newport, TN 37821

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1523862TN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include 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

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Robert Joseph Ampudia 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 ID7618940073

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040817000049, I20110614000080, I20200107000746

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 18

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.

Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042

This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.

352 services98 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

329 services116 patients

Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042

266 services87 patients

Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11043

This procedure involves the surgical removal of a specified area (20.0 sq cm or less) of muscle and/or tissue. It's typically done to treat conditions like tumors, infections, or injuries. Local or general anesthesia ensures comfort. Recovery time varies.

223 services58 patients

Removal of tissue from wound, 20.0 sq cm or less 97597

This procedure involves the careful removal of damaged or infected tissue from a wound that's 20.0 square cm or less. It's done to promote healing and prevent further infection. The process is carried out under local anesthesia, ensuring minimal discomfort.

213 services67 patients

Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11043

201 services42 patients

Therapy procedure using ultrasound 97610

Ultrasound therapy is a treatment used to heal and relieve pain. It involves using sound waves to stimulate body tissues, promoting healing and reducing inflammation. It's non-invasive, painless, and typically used for muscle, ligament injuries, or chronic pain.

194 services39 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308

169 services66 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.

129 services91 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

114 services75 patients

Application of skin substitute graft to wound of trunk, arms, or legs, 25.0 sq cm or less of wound 100.0 sq cm or less 15271

This procedure involves applying a skin substitute graft to a wound on the trunk, arms, or legs. The graft, a lab-grown skin, is used to cover a wound area of 25.0 sq cm or less, within a total wound area of 100.0 sq cm or less. It aids in healing and regeneration.

67 services13 patients

Application of chemical to stop tissue regrowth in wound 17250

This procedure involves applying a special chemical to a wound to prevent unwanted tissue from growing back. It aids in proper healing by ensuring only healthy tissue regrows. It's a common, safe practice in wound care.

51 services20 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309

50 services32 patients

Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99305

An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.

46 services46 patients

Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99305

40 services40 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307

39 services35 patients

Application of chemical to stop tissue regrowth in wound 17250

30 services11 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310

A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.

18 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37821 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

$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.

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.

81.6/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

75.44

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

29.89

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening

Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer

2%128 patients1/55-star benchmark: 92%

Cervical Cancer Screening

Percentage of women 21-64 years of age who were screened for cervical cancer using either of the following criteria: - Women age 21-64 who had cervical cytology performed every 3 years - Women age 30-64 who had cervical cytology/human papillomavirus (HPV)…

3%159 patients

Colorectal Cancer Screening

Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer

52%304 patients3/55-star benchmark: 85%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.

100%1,388 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

18%575 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user

Patients screenedForUse: 97% · 225 patients

Patients tobacco: 3% · 63 patients

63%225 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 8

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

Collagen dressing, sterile, size 16 sq. in. or less, each A6021