WALTER L. FEW III MD
NPI 1699749010
Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology in Chattanooga, TN

Active since February 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
96.19/100
CMS Quality Rating
1614 GUNBARREL ROAD, SUITE 101, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421(423) 778-8604(423) 826-8609 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 11, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Walter L. Few Iii Md NPPES

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

WALTER L. FEW III MD (NPI 1699749010) is an individual interventional cardiology provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (40120) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Erlanger Medical Center, and is a graduate of Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1699749010
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0011X
Provider Legal NameWALTER L. FEW IIICredential: MD
Location Address1614 GUNBARREL ROAD, SUITE 101Chattanooga, TN 37421
Mailing Address975 East Third Street, Attn: Provider EnrollmentChattanooga, TN 37403-2147 · (423) 778-3110 · Fax (423) 778-3146
Fax(423) 826-8609
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSJohns Hopkins University School Of MedicineGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateFebruary 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 11, 2015
NPI 1699749010 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Interventional CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0011X
License Licensed in TN · 40120
Definition
An area of medicine within the subspecialty of cardiology, which uses specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques to evaluate blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and chambers of the heart and uses technical procedures and medications to treat abnormalities that impair the function of the cardiovascular system.
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License 40120 (TN)
1614 GUNBARREL ROAD, Chattanooga, TN 37421

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified3331882TN
Medicare UPINH26847
Medicaid3331882TN

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

Walter L. Few Iii 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 ID9537190467
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050830000656
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 15

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.
326 services220 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
203 services183 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.
108 services55 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
74 services74 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.
45 services45 patients
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes 99152
This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.
39 services39 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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37421 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.

96.19/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality85.2
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
1614 GUNBARREL ROAD, SUITE 101
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1614 GUNBARREL ROAD, SUITE 101
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421

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 Walter Few's NPI number?

The NPI number for Walter Few is 1699749010. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 14, 2006.

Where is Walter Few located?

Walter Few practices at 1614 Gunbarrel Road Suite 101, Chattanooga, TN 37421. The listed phone number is (423) 778-8604.

What is Walter Few's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Interventional Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RI0011X.

Is Walter Few enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Walter Few 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 Walter Few accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 3 other insurers list Walter Few 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 Walter Few affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Walter Few is affiliated with Erlanger Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Walter Few was last updated on May 11, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.