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DR. SHIMON OAMI M.D.
NPI 1831253640
Pathology - Dermatopathology in Chattanooga, TN

Active since December 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
87.58/100
CMS Quality Rating
4548 BRAINERD RD, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37411(423) 521-1100(423) 531-7502 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 26, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Shimon Oami M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SHIMON OAMI M.D. (NPI 1831253640) is an individual dermatopathology provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee, licensed in Georgia (046797) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Memphis, and is a graduate of Hahnemann University College Of Medicine (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831253640
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZD0900X
Provider Legal NameDR. SHIMON OAMICredential: M.D.
Location Address4548 BRAINERD RDChattanooga, TN 37411-5442
Mailing Address4548 Brainerd Rd Ste 102Chattanooga, TN 37411-5440 · (423) 521-1100 · Fax (423) 531-7502
Phone(423) 521-1100
Fax(423) 531-7502
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSHahnemann University College Of MedicineGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateDecember 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 26, 2024
NPPES CertifiedAugust 26, 2024
✔ NPI 1831253640 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · DermatopathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZD0900X
Licenses✔ Licensed in GA · 046797✔ Licensed in FL · ME0084307✔ Licensed in NJ · 25MA07712800✔ Licensed in NY · 192231
Definition

A dermatopathologist is an expert in diagnosing and monitoring diseases of the skin including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic diseases. This entails the examination and interpretation of specially prepared tissue sections, cellular scrapings, and smears of skin lesions by means of light microscopy, electron microscopy, and fluorescence microscopy.

Also ListedPathology · CytopathologyTaxonomy 207ZC0500X · License ME0084307 (FL), 046797 (GA), 25MA07712800 (NJ), 192231 (NY)
Also ListedPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyTaxonomy 207ZP0102X · License 046797 (GA), ME0084307 (FL), 25MA07712800 (NJ), 192231 (NY)
4548 BRAINERD RD, Chattanooga, TN 37411
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13495 Hacks Cross RdMemphis, TN 38125-8803 · Phone (901) 526-7444 · Fax (901) 526-0791

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc..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

Dr. Shimon Oami 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 ID8628128162
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170724002018
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 5

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
10,886 services5,662 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
504 services373 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
263 services257 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
242 services95 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report 88313
Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.
105 services69 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.

87.58/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality77.97
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40

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 Shimon Oami's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shimon Oami is 1831253640. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 19, 2006.

Where is Shimon Oami located?

Shimon Oami practices at 4548 Brainerd Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37411. The listed phone number is (423) 521-1100.

What is Shimon Oami's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Dermatopathology, with taxonomy code 207ZD0900X.

Is Shimon Oami enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shimon Oami 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 Shimon Oami accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc. list Shimon Oami 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shimon Oami was last updated on August 26, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.