DAVID M. HUFFMAN MD
NPI 1811101256
Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism in Chattanooga, TN

Active since May 09, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.7/100
CMS Quality Rating
5616 BRAINERD RD, SUITE 208, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37411(423) 265-3561(423) 265-1364 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 9, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About David M. Huffman Md NPPES

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

DAVID M. HUFFMAN MD (NPI 1811101256) is an individual endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (TNMD19974) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811101256
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RE0101X
Provider Legal NameDAVID M. HUFFMANCredential: MD
Location Address5616 BRAINERD RD, SUITE 208Chattanooga, TN 37411-5310
Mailing Address5616 Brainerd Rd, Suite 208Chattanooga, TN 37411-5310 · (423) 265-3561 · Fax (423) 265-1364
Fax(423) 265-1364
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of MedicineGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateMay 9, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 9, 2017
NPI 1811101256 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RE0101X
License Licensed in TN · TNMD19974
Definition

An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.

5616 BRAINERD RD, Chattanooga, TN 37411

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINE07592TN
Medicare PIN3046362TN
Medicaid4077168TN

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

David M. Huffman 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 ID2264416288
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040616001560
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 7

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, 40-54 minutes 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.
1,277 services555 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
901 services402 patients
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report 95251
This procedure involves placing a small sensor under your skin to continuously monitor your blood sugar levels in tissue fluid. The data is interpreted and a report is generated to help manage your diabetes more effectively.
702 services257 patients
Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument 82962
A blood glucose test uses a handheld device to measure the amount of sugar in your blood. A small prick on your finger allows a drop of blood to be placed on a test strip, which is then read by the device. This helps monitor and manage diabetes effectively.
394 services216 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 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.
125 services115 patients
Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue 76536
An ultrasound scan of the head and neck soft tissue is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of the soft tissues in these areas. It helps identify any abnormalities or issues, such as tumors, cysts, or infections. It's painless and doesn't involve radiation.
47 services46 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37411 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.

94.7/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality89.41
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
1%1,229 patients1/55-star benchmark: 93%
Cervical Cancer Screening
0%1,582 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
39%134 patients2/55-star benchmark: 87%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
71%1,669 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
1%2,314 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
14%2,314 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%8,969 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
99%2,719 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
0%896 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
31%3,749 patients2/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
21%3,427 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients screened: 0% · 2,933 patients
0%2,933 patients
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
93%1,917 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease
71%2,229 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 976 patients
Patients totalRate: 11% · 987 patients
11%987 patients3/55-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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 10

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

Supplies for maintenance of insulin infusion catheter, per week A4224
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
17 suppliers207 claims2,549 services$18.18 avg. paid by Medicare
Supplies for external insulin infusion pump, syringe type cartridge, sterile, each A4225
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
17 suppliers215 claims6,907 services$2.36 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for adjunctive continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service A4238
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
1 supplier14 claims14 services$175.06 avg. paid by Medicare
Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
32 suppliers67 claims299 services$5.99 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
7 suppliers13 claims21 services$1.07 avg. paid by Medicare
For diabetics only, fitting (including follow-up), custom preparation and supply of off-the-shelf depth-inlay shoe manufactured to accommodate multi-density insert(s), per shoe A5500
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
5 suppliers11 claims20 services$61.50 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 7

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

Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
5616 BRAINERD RD, SUITE 108
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37411
Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
5616 BRAINERD RD, SUITE 108
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37411
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
5616 BRAINERD RD, SUITE 208
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37411
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
5616 BRAINERD RD, SUITE 208
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37411
Dietitian, Registered
5616 BRAINERD RD, 208
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37411
Physician Assistant
5616 BRAINERD RD
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37411
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
5616 BRAINERD RD, SUITE 208
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37411

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1811101256, enumerated as an "individual" on May 09, 2007.

The provider is located at 5616 BRAINERD RD SUITE 208 CHATTANOOGA, TN 37411 and the phone number is (423) 265-3561.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RE0101X and a focus in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Alliant Health Plans, Inc., BlueCross BlueShield. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.