NATHAN R. TIPPER MD
NPI 1487148672
Family Medicine - Sports Medicine in Gainesville, FL

Active since June 20, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
78.18/100
CMS Quality Rating
1600 SW ARCHER RD, GAINESVILLE, FL 32610(352) 273-7001 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 15, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 14, 2023, Oct 25, 2022, Jun 20, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Nathan R. Tipper Md NPPES

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

NATHAN R. TIPPER MD (NPI 1487148672) is an individual sports medicine provider in Gainesville, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME157334) and active in the NPI registry since June 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Francis-downtown, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487148672
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207QS0010X
Provider Legal NameNATHAN R. TIPPERCredential: MD
Location Address1600 SW ARCHER RDGainesville, FL 32610-1185
Mailing AddressPo Box 112727Gainesville, FL 32611-2727 · (352) 273-7001
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Toledo College Of MedicineGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateJune 20, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 15, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 15, 2025
NPI 1487148672 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Sports MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207QS0010X
Licenses Licensed in FL · ME157334 Licensed in SC · 93640
Definition
A family medicine physician that is trained to be responsible for continuous care in the field of sports medicine, not only for the enhancement of health and fitness, but also for the prevention of injury and illness. A sports medicine physician must have knowledge and experience in the promotion of wellness and the prevention of injury. Knowledge about special areas of medicine such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, physical evaluation, injuries (treatment and prevention and referral practice) and the role of exercise in promoting a healthy lifestyle are essential to the practice of sports medicine. The sports medicine physician requires special education to provide the knowledge to improve the health care of the individual engaged in physical exercise (sports) whether as an individual or in team participation.
Also ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License ME157334 (FL)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License 4301115789 (MI)
1600 SW ARCHER RD, Gainesville, FL 32610

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 13450 Hull RdGainesville, FL 32607-4144 · Phone (352) 273-7001
Location 235 International DrGreenville, SC 29615-4816 · Phone (864) 234-7654

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid114490900FL

Accepted 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

Nathan R. Tipper 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 ID1850647991
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250213000019
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 9

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.

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
1,192 services166 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance 20611
This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.
190 services133 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.
121 services109 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.
81 services63 patients
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.
78 services70 patients
Hyaluronan or derivative, gel-one, for intra-articular injection, per dose J7326
Hyaluronan or Gel-One is a substance injected directly into your joint space. It's aimed to supplement your body's natural joint fluid, helping to lubricate and cushion the joint, reducing pain and improving mobility. It's often used for arthritis relief.
74 services46 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Francis-Downtown

Acute Care Hospitals · Greenville, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420023
LocationOne St Francis DrGreenville, SC 29601 · Greenville County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32610 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
$87.62 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $21.90 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$99.16 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

78.18/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality72.54
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost54.74

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.

Pediatrics
1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Surgery
1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Dentist (Prosthodontics)
1600 SW ARCHER RD, D4-4
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Ophthalmology
1600 SW ARCHER RD, BOX 100284
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

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 Nathan Tipper's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nathan Tipper is 1487148672. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 20, 2018.

Where is Nathan Tipper located?

Nathan Tipper practices at 1600 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32610. The listed phone number is (352) 273-7001.

What is Nathan Tipper's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Sports Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QS0010X.

Is Nathan Tipper enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nathan Tipper 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 Nathan Tipper accept?

Health plans from First Choice Next and UnitedHealthcare list Nathan Tipper 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 Nathan Tipper affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nathan Tipper is affiliated with St Francis-Downtown.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nathan Tipper was last updated on January 15, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 months 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.