BENJAMIN FORREST TILLMAN M.D.
NPI 1710270194
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Nashville, TN

Active since May 18, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.12/100
CMS Quality Rating
1310 24TH AVE S, NASHVILLE, TN 37212(615) 327-4751 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 14, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 25, 2021, Oct 15, 2020, Sep 20, 2019 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Benjamin Forrest Tillman M.d. NPPES

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

BENJAMIN FORREST TILLMAN M.D. (NPI 1710270194) is an individual hematology & oncology provider in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (50681) and active in the NPI registry since May 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Nashville.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710270194
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0003X
Provider Legal NameBENJAMIN FORREST TILLMANCredential: M.D.
Location Address1310 24TH AVE SNashville, TN 37212-2637
Mailing Address3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200Nashville, TN 37215-2691 · (615) 322-3000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateMay 18, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 14, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 14, 2022
NPI 1710270194 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hematology & OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0003X
License Licensed in TN · 50681
Definition
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 50681 (TN)
Also ListedPathology · HematologyTaxonomy 207ZH0000X · License 50681 (TN)
Also ListedPathology · Clinical Pathology/Laboratory MedicineTaxonomy 207ZP0105X · License 50681 (TN)
1310 24TH AVE S, Nashville, TN 37212

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13601 The Vanderbilt ClinicNashville, TN 37232-0001 · Phone (615) 322-3000

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

Benjamin Forrest Tillman 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 ID5092018689
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170810002765
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.

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.
94 services45 patients
Coagulation function screening test with interpretation and report 85390
A coagulation function screening test is a type of blood test that checks how well your blood clots. It's important because clotting helps prevent excessive bleeding. The test results are interpreted and a report is provided to help guide your doctor's treatment plan.
91 services86 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.
37 services36 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.
25 services14 patients
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.
22 services16 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.
19 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tullahoma, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number440144
Location1801 N Jackson St Box 460Tullahoma, TN 37388 · Coffee County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lebanon, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440193
Location1411 Baddour ParkwayLebanon, TN 37087 · Wilson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37212 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
$160.89 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $40.22 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
38%21 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.

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.

Pharmacist
1310 24TH AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37212
Counselor (Mental Health)
1310 24TH AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37212
Otolaryngology
1310 24TH AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37212
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1310 24TH AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37212
Urology
1310 24TH AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37212
Pharmacist
1310 24TH AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37212
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1310 24TH AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37212
Pharmacist
1310 24TH AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37212

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 Benjamin Tillman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin Tillman is 1710270194. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 18, 2011.

Where is Benjamin Tillman located?

Benjamin Tillman practices at 1310 24th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37212. The listed phone number is (615) 327-4751.

What is Benjamin Tillman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology & Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RH0003X.

Is Benjamin Tillman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benjamin Tillman 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 Benjamin Tillman accept?

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

According to CMS data, Benjamin Tillman is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital and Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benjamin Tillman was last updated on March 14, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.