DR. ADOLFO J CUADRA MD
NPI 1457321648
Pain Medicine - Interventional Pain Medicine in Knoxville, TN

Q: What is Adolfo Cuadra's NPI number?

The NPI number for Adolfo Cuadra is 1457321648. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 23, 2006.

Q: What is Adolfo Cuadra's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Adolfo Cuadra was last updated on January 26, 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.

Active since January 23, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

61.85/100

CMS Quality Rating

1342 PAPERMILL POINTE WAY, KNOXVILLE, TN 37909(865) 673-5000(865) 588-5711 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 26, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 26, 2022, Oct 11, 2021, Oct 8, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Dr. Adolfo J Cuadra Md NPPES

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

DR. ADOLFO J CUADRA MD (NPI 1457321648) is an individual interventional pain medicine provider in Knoxville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (64716) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 3 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Other (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457321648

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208VP0014X

Provider Legal NameDR. ADOLFO J CUADRACredential: MD

Location Address1342 PAPERMILL POINTE WAYKnoxville, TN 37909-1903

Mailing Address1326 Papermill Pointe WayKnoxville, TN 37909-1903 · (865) 219-3506 · Fax (865) 243-2138

Phone(865) 673-5000

Fax(865) 588-5711

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1996

Enumeration DateJanuary 23, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 26, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 26, 2022

✔ NPI 1457321648 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208VP0014X

Licenses✔ Licensed in TN · 64716✔ Licensed in LA · 14017R

Definition

Interventional Pain Medicine is the discipline of medicine devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of pain and related disorders principally with the application of interventional techniques in managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, independently or in conjunction with other modalities of treatment.

1342 PAPERMILL POINTE WAY, Knoxville, TN 37909

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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 11338 Papermill Pointe WayKnoxville, TN 37909-1903 · Phone (865) 588-4521 · Fax (865) 588-5711

Location 22103 Forest Dr Ste 5Gray, TN 37615-8423 · Phone (865) 673-5000 · Fax (423) 794-3184

Location 3123 Frontage A RdGray, LA 70359-6301 · Phone (985) 580-1200 · Fax (985) 580-1218

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid1183156LA

OtherT22640ATN · Medicare

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, HMO Louisiana.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. Adolfo J Cuadra 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 ID4981677101

PECOS Enrollment IDI20220125002125

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 23

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.

81 services61 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

76 services50 patients

Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument 82962

A blood glucose test uses a handheld device to measure the amount of sugar in your blood. A small prick on your finger allows a drop of blood to be placed on a test strip, which is then read by the device. This helps monitor and manage diabetes effectively.

71 services31 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

This procedure involves using imaging technology to locate and treat nerves in your lower spine or sacral area that may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint refers to treating more than one spinal nerve. It's a non-invasive way to manage chronic back pain.

49 services28 patients

Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers 80307

Chemistry analyzers are used to detect the presence of drugs in your system. This test involves taking a small sample of your blood or urine. The sample is then analyzed for specific substances. The results help in understanding your health condition better.

46 services40 patients

Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms G0483

A definitive drug test identifies specific drugs in your system. It uses advanced methods like gc/ms and lc/ms, which can distinguish between different types of drugs but not necessarily their 3D forms. This test offers detailed results to support your healthcare decisions.

44 services38 patients

Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.

35 services23 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483

This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.

35 services16 patients

Evaluation of psychological test, first hour 96130

This procedure involves a professional assessing your mental health using standardized tests. It's the initial hour of a process that helps understand your emotional well-being and cognitive abilities. It's completely non-invasive and confidential.

35 services29 patients

Evaluation of neuropsychological test, first hour 96132

An evaluation of neuropsychological tests is a process to assess your brain's function. It involves tasks designed to measure cognitive abilities such as memory, attention, problem-solving, and language skills. The first hour involves initial testing and observation.

35 services29 patients

Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test by technician, first 30 minutes 96138

This procedure involves a trained technician administering a psychological or neuropsychological test. It's a process that assesses your mental function and behavior. The initial session will last 30 minutes. The aim is to understand your cognitive abilities better.

35 services29 patients

Alcohol and/or substance (other than tobacco) misuse structured assessment (e.g., audit, dast), and brief intervention 15 to 30 minutes G0396

This service involves a structured evaluation of your alcohol or substance use habits. It identifies potential issues and provides brief counseling to help modify harmful behaviors. It's a short, 15-30 minute process, focused on promoting healthier choices.

35 services29 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

This procedure involves using imaging guidance to accurately target and destroy nerves in the lower or sacral spinal facet joint. It's done to relieve chronic back pain. The process is safe and usually effective.

33 services29 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

32 services18 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.

31 services21 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64494

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joints of your lower or sacral spine to manage pain. Imaging guidance ensures accurate placement. It's the second level, meaning it's done on two different joint levels.

31 services21 patients

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.

30 services20 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

27 services20 patients

Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323

26 services21 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493

21 services13 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64494

19 services12 patients

Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg J1030

Methylprednisolone acetate is a medication given through an injection. It's a type of corticosteroid, which reduces inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat various conditions like arthritis, allergies, and skin diseases. This dose is 40 mg.

14 services11 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.

12 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37909 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.

61.85/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

41.13

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

45.32

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 16

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

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