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VENKATA S TAMMANA M.D.
NPI 1689833048
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Cookeville, TN

Active since June 02, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
438 N WHITNEY AVE, COOKEVILLE, TN 38501(931) 783-2616(931) 783-2610 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 15, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Venkata S Tammana M.d. NPPES

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

VENKATA S TAMMANA M.D. (NPI 1689833048) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Cookeville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (50915) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Trinity Medical Ctr East &trinity Medical Ctr West, and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689833048
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameVENKATA S TAMMANACredential: M.D.
Location Address438 N WHITNEY AVECookeville, TN 38501-2455
Mailing Address127 N Oak Ave, Suite DCookeville, TN 38501-2435 · (931) 783-5857 · Fax (931) 526-6760
Phone(931) 783-2616
Fax(931) 783-2610
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateJune 2, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateMay 15, 2017
✔ NPI 1689833048 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License✔ Licensed in TN · 50915
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
438 N WHITNEY AVE, Cookeville, TN 38501
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare PIN103I101849TN
Medicaid7100412570KY
MedicaidQ006861TN
Other6018717TN · Bcbs

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.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

Venkata S Tammana 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 ID2466671359
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170912000017, I20251110000689
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 11

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.

Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
156 services148 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.
131 services100 patients
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380
A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
109 services109 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
97 services90 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.
92 services78 patients
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
82 services82 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Trinity Medical Ctr East &trinity Medical Ctr West

Acute Care Hospitals · Steubenville, OH
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number360211
Location380 Summit AvenueSteubenville, OH 43952 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Acmh Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kittanning, PA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390163
LocationOne Nolte DriveKittanning, PA 16201 · Armstrong County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Augusta Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Fishersville, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490018
Location78 Medical Center DriveFishersville, VA 22939 · Augusta County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Weirton Medical Center, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Weirton, WV
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number510023
Location601 Colliers WayWeirton, WV 26062 · Hancock County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 38501 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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored

Reported Quality Measures

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.
94%1,067 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
99%229 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
100%330 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pain Assessment and Follow-Up
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older with documentation of a pain assessment using a standardized tool(s) on each visit AND documentation of a follow-up plan when pain is present
77%818 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
99%491 patients5/55-star benchmark: 99%
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…
20%517 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
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
8%59 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Screening & Brief Counseling
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for unhealthy alcohol use using a systematic screening method at least once within the last 24 months AND who received brief counseling if identified as an unhealthy alcohol user
97%193 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
35%491 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
12%491 patients1/55-star benchmark: 59%
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 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$14.97 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$67.80 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

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

JAMES CHIKE EZI-ASHI MD
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
438 N WHITNEY AVE
COOKEVILLE, TN 38501
Putnam County (931) 783-2616
MAGGIE ELIZABETH HENSLEY NP
Nurse Practitioner
438 N WHITNEY AVE
COOKEVILLE, TN 38501
Putnam County (931) 783-2616
JOYCE F BREMER M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
438 N WHITNEY AVE
COOKEVILLE, TN 38501
Putnam County (931) 783-2616
DONNA J WINNINGHAM APN
Clinical Nurse Specialist (Family Health)
438 N WHITNEY AVE, SUITE 2
COOKEVILLE, TN 38501
Putnam County (931) 528-2557
PHILLIP D BERTRAM MD
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
438 N WHITNEY AVE
COOKEVILLE, TN 38501
Putnam County (931) 783-2616
MS. JULIE A SMITH APRN, BC
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
438 N WHITNEY AVE
COOKEVILLE, TN 38501
Putnam County (931) 783-2616
DEBORAH G HENSLEY A.P.N.
Nurse Practitioner
438 N WHITNEY AVE
COOKEVILLE, TN 38501
Putnam County (931) 783-2616
MAAN AKRAM ANBARI M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
438 N WHITNEY AVE
COOKEVILLE, TN 38501
Putnam County (931) 783-2616

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 Venkata Tammana's NPI number?

The NPI number for Venkata Tammana is 1689833048. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 2, 2008.

Where is Venkata Tammana located?

Venkata Tammana practices at 438 N Whitney Ave, Cookeville, TN 38501. The listed phone number is (931) 783-2616.

What is Venkata Tammana's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Venkata Tammana enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Venkata Tammana 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 Venkata Tammana accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and CareSource and 2 other insurers list Venkata Tammana 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 Venkata Tammana affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Venkata Tammana is affiliated with Trinity Medical Ctr East &trinity Medical Ctr West, Acmh Hospital, Augusta Health and Weirton Medical Center, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Venkata Tammana was last updated on May 15, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.