MATTHEW C BARKER MD
NPI 1568754901
Anesthesiology in Chattanooga, TN

Q: What is Matthew Barker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Matthew Barker is 1568754901. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 4, 2011.

Q: What is Matthew Barker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Matthew Barker was last updated on August 1, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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 May 04, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

975 E 3RD ST, ANES: ANESTHESIOLOGY, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403(423) 602-8400(423) 602-8401 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 1, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

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About Matthew C Barker Md NPPES

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

MATTHEW C BARKER MD (NPI 1568754901) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (54168) and active in the NPI registry since May 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Erlanger Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1568754901

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameMATTHEW C BARKERCredential: MD

Location Address975 E 3RD ST, ANES: ANESTHESIOLOGYChattanooga, TN 37403-2147

Mailing AddressPo Box 2930Indianapolis, IN 46206-2930 · (844) 468-9496

Phone(423) 602-8400

Fax(423) 602-8401

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011

Enumeration DateMay 4, 2011

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 1, 2016

✔ NPI 1568754901 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in TN · 54168

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

975 E 3RD ST, Chattanooga, TN 37403

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Other Identifiers 1

MedicaidQ022318TN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc..Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Matthew C Barker 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 ID9537309430

PECOS Enrollment IDI20160823001139

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Matthew Barker reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Anesthesiology Consultants Exchange, PC

Same address

Anesthesiology

975 E 3RD ST
Chattanooga, TN 37403

Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
28 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1184670218 (423) 602-8400

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

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 of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.

19 services19 patients

Ultrasound of heart blood flow, valves and chambers 93320

An ultrasound of your heart, also known as an echocardiogram, is a test that uses sound waves to create detailed images of your heart. It helps doctors check the health of your heart's chambers, valves, and blood flow.

17 services16 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate and valve function 93325

An ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart. It shows the structure, movement, and blood flow within your heart. This helps assess the heart's health and function, including the valves and rate.

17 services16 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.

14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Erlanger Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Chattanooga, TN

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number440104

Location975 E 3rd StChattanooga, TN 37403 · Hamilton County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

MEGAN A SPEARS CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

975 E 3RD ST
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403

Hamilton County (423) 602-8400

TENNESSEE CANCER SPECIALISTS, PLLC

Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)

975 E 3RD ST, ERLINGER MEDICAL CENTER
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403

Hamilton County (423) 778-7977

DAVID SHVED D.O.

Hospitalist

975 E 3RD ST
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403

Hamilton County (423) 778-5179

JASON DEDEKER MD

Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)

975 E 3RD ST
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403

Hamilton County (423) 778-7000

WILLIAM MICHAEL BRITT JR.

Internal Medicine

975 E 3RD ST
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403

Hamilton County (423) 778-3894

MR. EDWARD BRIAN HALLOCK CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

975 E 3RD ST
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403

Hamilton County (423) 602-8400

MRS. DEBORAH K WESTBROOK L.C.S.W.

Social Worker (Clinical)

975 E 3RD ST
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403

Hamilton County (423) 778-7654

BRETT ESCARZA M.D.

Anesthesiology

975 E 3RD ST
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37403

Hamilton County (423) 602-8400

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 Matthew Barker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Matthew Barker is 1568754901. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 4, 2011.

Where is Matthew Barker located?

Matthew Barker practices at 975 E 3rd St Anes: Anesthesiology, Chattanooga, TN 37403. The listed phone number is (423) 602-8400.

What is Matthew Barker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Matthew Barker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Matthew Barker 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Matthew Barker's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Matthew Barker reassigns Medicare benefits to Anesthesiology Consultants Exchange, PC (Chattanooga, TN). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Matthew Barker's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Matthew Barker accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc. list Matthew Barker 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 Matthew Barker affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Matthew Barker is affiliated with Erlanger Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Matthew Barker was last updated on August 1, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.