MRS. VIJAYALAKSHMI APPAREDDY MD
NPI 1871663732
Psychiatry & Neurology - Child & Adolescent Psychiatry in Chattanooga, TN

NPI Status: Active since November 08, 2006

Contact Information

6918 SHALLOWFORD RD
SUITE 200
CHATTANOOGA, TN
ZIP 37421
Phone: (423) 499-6165
Fax: (423) 499-0693

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  • Individual
  • Female
  • Years of Experience 45
  • Psychiatry & Neurology
  • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Accepts Insurance
  • May Accept Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About VIJAYALAKSHMI APPAREDDY

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Vijayalakshmi Appareddy, a provider established in Chattanooga, Tennessee with a medical specialization in Psychiatry & Neurology, focusing in child & adolescent psychiatry and more than 45 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1871663732 assigned on November 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 2084P0804X with license number MD036334 (GA). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated one year ago.

NPI
1871663732
Provider Name
MRS. VIJAYALAKSHMI APPAREDDY MD
Gender
Female
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
6918 SHALLOWFORD RD SUITE 200 CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421
Location Phone
(423) 499-6165
Location Fax
(423) 499-0693
Mailing Address
6918 SHALLOWFORD RD SUITE 200 CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421
Mailing Phone
(423) 499-6165
Mailing Fax
(423) 499-0693
Medical School Name
OTHER
Graduation Year
1981
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
11-08-2006
Last Update Date
09-11-2025
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Psychiatry & Neurology Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Taxonomy Code
2084P0804X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
MD036334
License State
GA
Taxonomy Description
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a subspecialty of psychiatry with additional skills and training in the diagnosis and treatment of developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental disorders of childhood and adolescence.

Secondary Taxonomies

The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.

No. Taxonomy Code Type Classification /
Specialization
License No. (State)
12084P0800XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Psychiatry & Neurology
Psychiatry

MD022212 (TN)
22084P0800XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Psychiatry & Neurology
Psychiatry

MD00016940 (AL)
32084P0800XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Psychiatry & Neurology
Psychiatry

MD036334 (GA)
42084P0804XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Psychiatry & Neurology
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

MD022212 (TN)
52084P0804XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Psychiatry & Neurology
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

MD00016940 (AL)

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • SoloCare Bronze EPO $8500 DED HSA 10004 - EPO
  • SoloCare Exp Bronze EPO $9500 DED 10015 - EPO
  • SoloCare Gold EPO $1500 DED 10010 - EPO
  • SoloCare Silver EPO $5000 DED 10014 - EPO
  • SoloCare Silver EPO $6500 DED 10013 - EPO
  • SoloCare Standard Exp Bronze EPO $7500 DED 10008 - EPO
  • SoloCare Standard Gold EPO $2000 DED 10006 - EPO
  • SoloCare Standard Platinum EPO $0 DED 10005 - EPO
  • SoloCare Standard Silver EPO $6000 DED 10007 - EPO
  • BlueCross B15E $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health� - EPO
  • BlueCross B16E $50 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health� - EPO
  • BlueCross B16S $50 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health� - EPO
  • BlueCross B17E $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health� + Adult Dental - EPO
  • BlueCross B19E $60 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health� - EPO
  • BlueCross G08E $30 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health � - EPO
  • BlueCross G08S $30 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health � - EPO
  • BlueCross S26E $40 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health� - EPO
  • BlueCross S26S $40 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health� - EPO
  • BlueCross S27E $60 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health� - EPO
  • Bronze Classic Standard - EPO
  • Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus - EPO
  • Bronze Simple - EPO
  • Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits - EPO
  • Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM - EPO
  • Bronze Simple Diabetes - EPO
  • Gold Classic Standard - EPO
  • Gold Elite - EPO
  • Silver Classic - EPO
  • Silver Classic Standard - EPO
  • Connect 1500 Gold - EPO
  • Connect 6000 Silver - EPO
  • Connect 9800 Bronze - EPO
  • HSA Qualified 7500 Bronze - Choice Network - EPO
  • HSA-E Qualified 7500 Bronze - Signature Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Bronze Plan - Choice Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Bronze Plan - Signature Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Gold Plan - Choice Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Gold Plan - Signature Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Silver Plan - Choice Network - EPO
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus (Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus + (Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Bronze Essential (No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Bronze Standard (No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Bronze Standard+ (Dental + Vision, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Gold Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $5 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Gold Advantage (Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Gold Advantage + (Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Gold Advantage+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $5 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) - EPO

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.

Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
3066913MEDICAID (05)TN 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Vijayalakshmi Appareddy is registered with Medicare but maybe doesn't accept claims assignment. If you are a Medicare beneficiary call and confirm with the provider before seeking any services.

Vijayalakshmi Appareddy is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • PECOS PAC ID: 4789866187

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20111109000376

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Maybe

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes

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.

This service was performed 95 times for 22 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

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.

This service was performed 467 times for 82 patients

Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services

A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services is a comprehensive assessment. It includes a detailed examination of your mental health and physical wellbeing, as well as your personal and family history. This evaluation aids in creating an effective treatment plan.

This service was performed 13 times for 13 patients

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1871663732, we treat the final digit (2) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 68. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 68 = 2).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
8
Unchanged
Pos 3
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Pos 4
1
Unchanged
Pos 5
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Pos 6
6
Unchanged
Pos 7
3
Doubled → 6
Pos 8
7
Unchanged
Pos 9
3
Doubled → 6
Check
2
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 7 → 14 → 5 6 → 12 → 3 3 → 6 3 → 6

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 8 + 1 + 4 + 1 + 1 + 2 + 6 + 6 + 7 + 6 + 24 = 68

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 68 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 68 = 2
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 2, which matches the last digit of 1871663732.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 10 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Social Worker (Clinical)
6918 SHALLOWFORD RD, SUITE 317
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421
Dentist
6918 SHALLOWFORD RD, SUITE 101
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421
Dentist (Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics)
6918 SHALLOWFORD RD, SUITE 103
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421
Social Worker (Clinical)
6918 SHALLOWFORD RD, SUITE 317
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421
Pediatrics
6918 SHALLOWFORD RD, SUITE 206
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421
Pediatrics
6918 SHALLOWFORD RD, SUITE 226
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421
Portable X-ray and/or Other Portable Diagnostic Imaging Supplier
6918 SHALLOWFORD RD, SUITE 207
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
6918 SHALLOWFORD RD, SUITE 226
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421
Social Worker (Clinical)
6918 SHALLOWFORD RD, SUITE 317
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
6918 SHALLOWFORD RD, SUITE 200
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1871663732, enumerated as an "individual" on November 08, 2006.

The provider is located at 6918 SHALLOWFORD RD SUITE 200 CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421 and the phone number is (423) 499-6165.

Psychiatry & Neurology with taxonomy code 2084P0804X and a focus in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry.

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