DR. BENJAMIN PAUL FRISCHHERTZ M.D.
NPI 1780837203
Internal Medicine - Adult Congenital Heart Disease in Nashville, TN

Active since October 28, 2008PECOS 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 2, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 2, 2026, Dec 27, 2025, Jan 3, 2025 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Benjamin Paul Frischhertz M.d. NPPES

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

DR. BENJAMIN PAUL FRISCHHERTZ M.D. (NPI 1780837203) is an individual adult congenital heart disease provider in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (MD52934) and active in the NPI registry since October 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Nashville.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1780837203
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RA0002X
Provider Legal NameDR. BENJAMIN PAUL FRISCHHERTZCredential: M.D.
Location Address3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINICNashville, TN 37232-0001
Mailing Address3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200Nashville, TN 37215-2691 · Fax (615) 322-5048
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In ShreveportGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateOctober 28, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJune 2, 20267 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 2, 2026
NPI 1780837203 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Adult Congenital Heart DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RA0002X
License Licensed in TN · MD52934
Definition

A physician who specializes in the care and treatment of adults with congenital heart disease. Adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) physicians are trained to understand the complexities of congenital heart disease, anatomy, physiology, surgical repairs, and long-term complications and use that to manage ACHD with acquired heart disease, including heart failure, arrhythmias, and pulmonary hypertension.

Also ListedPediatrics · Pediatric CardiologyTaxonomy 2080P0202X · License MD52934 (TN)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC, Nashville, TN 37232

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1719 Thompson LnNashville, TN 37204-3609 · Phone (615) 936-2000

Other Identifiers 1

MedicaidQ014394TN

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

Dr. Benjamin Paul Frischhertz 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 ID7012105703
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150729009111
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 8

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.

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.
25 services23 patients
Ultrasound of heart for congenital defect 93303
An ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, is a test that uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart. This test can help doctors identify any congenital heart defects, which are heart conditions present at birth. It's a safe, non-invasive procedure.
24 services22 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.
24 services22 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.
22 services20 patients
Ultrasound of heart for congenital defect 93303
An ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, is a test that uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart. This test can help doctors identify any congenital heart defects, which are heart conditions present at birth. It's a safe, non-invasive procedure.
19 services19 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.
19 services19 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

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.

Pediatrics (Pediatric Cardiology)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Family Medicine
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Psychologist (Clinical Child & Adolescent)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Nurse Practitioner
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

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 Frischhertz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin Frischhertz is 1780837203. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 28, 2008.

Where is Benjamin Frischhertz located?

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

What is Benjamin Frischhertz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Adult Congenital Heart Disease, with taxonomy code 207RA0002X.

Is Benjamin Frischhertz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benjamin Frischhertz 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 Frischhertz accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and Ambetter of Alabama and 4 other insurers list Benjamin Frischhertz 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 Frischhertz affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Benjamin Frischhertz is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benjamin Frischhertz was last updated on June 2, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.