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DR. SUZANNE BROWN SACKS M.D.
NPI 1689764383
Internal Medicine - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology in Nashville, TN

Active since October 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.12/100
CMS Quality Rating
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC, NASHVILLE, TN 37232(615) 322-3000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 3, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 3, 2026, Feb 2, 2026, Dec 27, 2025 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Suzanne Brown Sacks M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SUZANNE BROWN SACKS M.D. (NPI 1689764383) is an individual advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology provider in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (50920) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Nashville.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689764383
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RA0001X
Provider Legal NameDR. SUZANNE BROWN SACKSCredential: M.D.
Location Address3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINICNashville, TN 37232-8802
Mailing Address3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200Nashville, TN 37215-2691 · Fax (615) 322-5048
Phone(615) 322-3000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateOctober 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 3, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 3, 2026
✔ NPI 1689764383 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RA0001X
License✔ Licensed in TN · 50920
Definition
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology would participate in the inpatient and outpatient management of patients with advanced heart failure across the spectrum from consideration for high-risk cardiac surgery, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to pre-and post-operative evaluation and management of patients with cardiac transplants and mechanical support devices, and end-of-life care for patients with end-stage heart failure.
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License 50920 (TN), 25MA08003300 (NJ)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC, Nashville, TN 37232
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Suzanne B Brown M.d.

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11215 21st Ave S, Suite 5209 Medical Center East, South TowerNashville, TN 37232-8802 · Phone (615) 343-3735 ext. 223 · Fax (615) 343-4841

Other Identifiers 1

MedicaidQ004135TN

Accepted Insurance

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

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Suzanne Brown Sacks 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 ID345206249
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140515001616
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 10

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 high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
123 services95 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306
This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
89 services89 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
88 services24 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 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.
85 services23 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 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.
74 services23 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306
This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
31 services31 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440039
Location1211 Medical Center DriveNashville, TN 37232 · Davidson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37232 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.

97.12/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality85.64
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

DR. ENGLISH FLACK MD
Pediatrics (Pediatric Cardiology)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-3000
DANIEL K BARRETT APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-3000
JACQUELYN L. GARNER PNP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-3000
DR. ROBERT JAMES LENTZ M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-3000
LYNN HOLLIDAY M.D.
Family Medicine
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-3000
DR. HEATHER KRETH PSY.D
Psychologist (Clinical Child & Adolescent)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 936-2000
AARON WESLEY SCOTT APN
Nurse Practitioner
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 936-2000
DR. COLLEEN M KIERNAN M.D.
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-3000

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 Suzanne Sacks's NPI number?

The NPI number for Suzanne Sacks is 1689764383. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 13, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Suzanne B Brown M.D..

Where is Suzanne Sacks located?

Suzanne Sacks practices at 3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232. The listed phone number is (615) 322-3000.

What is Suzanne Sacks's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RA0001X.

Is Suzanne Sacks enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Suzanne Sacks 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 Suzanne Sacks accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and Oscar Insurance Company list Suzanne Sacks 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 Suzanne Sacks affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Suzanne Sacks is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Suzanne Sacks was last updated on June 3, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.