DR. JAMES BYRON ATKINSON III M.D.
NPI 1881623668
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Nashville, TN

Q: What is James Atkinson's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Atkinson is 1881623668. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 2, 2006.

Q: What is James Atkinson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Atkinson was last updated on April 17, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since July 02, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC, NASHVILLE, TN 37232(615) 936-2000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 17, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 17, 2024, Oct 21, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Dr. James Byron Atkinson Iii M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JAMES BYRON ATKINSON III M.D. (NPI 1881623668) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (MD14141) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Nashville.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881623668

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X

Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES BYRON ATKINSON IIICredential: M.D.

Location Address3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINICNashville, TN 37232-2637

Mailing Address3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200Nashville, TN 37215-2691 · (615) 322-5000

Phone(615) 936-2000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSVanderbilt University School Of MedicineGraduated 1981

Enumeration DateJuly 2, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateApril 17, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 17, 2024

✔ NPI 1881623668 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X

License✔ Licensed in TN · MD14141

Definition

A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.

3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC, Nashville, TN 37232

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11310 24th Ave SNashville, TN 37212-2637 · Phone (615) 327-4751 · Fax (615) 327-5348

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Oscar Insurance Company.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. James Byron Atkinson Iii 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 ID2365570207

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100513000314

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 6

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.

653 services318 patients

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307

A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.

58 services42 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.

45 services15 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.

27 services24 patients

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, high complexity 88309

A high complexity pathology examination involves studying body tissue under a microscope to identify any abnormalities. This intricate process helps in diagnosing various conditions and deciding on the best treatment plan.

26 services17 patients

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304

A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.

24 services22 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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37232 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.

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