LORA RICHARDSON WHEELER NP-C
NPI 1952651655
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Chattanooga, TN

Q: What is Lora Wheeler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lora Wheeler is 1952651655. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 11, 2012.

Q: What is Lora Wheeler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lora Wheeler was last updated on May 21, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 months 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 September 11, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

98.71/100

CMS Quality Rating

2339 MCCALLIE AVE, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404(423) 508-6733(423) 508-6744 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 21, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: May 21, 2026, Jan 24, 2022, Aug 31, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Lora Richardson Wheeler Np-c NPPES

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

LORA RICHARDSON WHEELER NP-C (NPI 1952651655) is an individual family provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (0000016852) and active in the NPI registry since September 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Parkridge Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952651655

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X

Provider Legal NameLORA RICHARDSON WHEELERCredential: NP-C

Location Address2339 MCCALLIE AVEChattanooga, TN 37404-3256

Mailing Address2339 Mccallie Ave Ste 300Chattanooga, TN 37404-3209 · (423) 508-6733 · Fax (423) 508-6744

Phone(423) 508-6733

Fax(423) 508-6744

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateSeptember 11, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateMay 21, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 21, 2026

✔ NPI 1952651655 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363LF0000X

License✔ Licensed in TN · 0000016852

2339 MCCALLIE AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37404

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Oscar Insurance Company.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

Lora Richardson Wheeler Np-c 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 ID5799937074

PECOS Enrollment IDI20121213000134

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 2

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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.

463 services364 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.

459 services359 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Parkridge Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Chattanooga, TN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number440156

Location2333 Mccallie AveChattanooga, TN 37404 · Hamilton County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37404 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

$81.53 typical visit price

range $52.64 – $160.89

Typical copayment $20.38 (range $13.16 – $40.22)

Most-billed visit code 99203

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.

98.71/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

Quality

94.67

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Controlling High Blood Pressure

76%652 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%

Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)

Lower rates are better for this measure.

24%115 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%

Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk

100%902 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

65%1,323 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%

Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented

46%967 patients4/55-star benchmark: 61%

Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease

81%620 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%

Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults

Lower rates are better for this measure.

Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 930 patients

Patients totalRate: 0% · 930 patients

0%930 patients5/55-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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 11

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

DR. INDRAVADAN KESHAVLAL SHAH M.D.

Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)

2339 MCCALLIE AVE, SUITT # 203
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404

Hamilton County (423) 624-3406

VICKI WILLIS BUTTERS RN

Registered Nurse

2339 MCCALLIE AVE, SUITE 413
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404

Hamilton County (423) 622-1133

MRS. WALLIS H MARTZ NP

Nurse Practitioner

2339 MCCALLIE AVE, SUITE 309
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404

Hamilton County (423) 698-0850

ROBERT CROOK D.O.

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

2339 MCCALLIE AVE, PLAZA II, SUITE 407
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404

Hamilton County (423) 698-8701

AMY C MULLIN FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)

2339 MCCALLIE AVE, SUITE 309
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404

Hamilton County (423) 698-0850

ORTHOPEDIC SURGICAL SPECIALISTS

Orthopaedic Surgery

2339 MCCALLIE AVE, SUITE 406 PLAZA II
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404

Hamilton County (423) 803-4975

DR. PHILLIP G WRIGHT PH.D.

Psychologist (Clinical)

2339 MCCALLIE AVE, SUITE 401, PLAZA TWO,
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404

Hamilton County (423) 629-5524

SOUTHERN PAIN MANAGEMENT

Specialist

2339 MCCALLIE AVE, SUITE 309
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404

Hamilton County (423) 698-0850

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 Lora Wheeler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lora Wheeler is 1952651655. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 11, 2012.

Where is Lora Wheeler located?

Lora Wheeler practices at 2339 Mccallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404. The listed phone number is (423) 508-6733.

What is Lora Wheeler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Lora Wheeler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lora Wheeler 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 Lora Wheeler accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and Oscar Insurance Company list Lora Wheeler 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 Lora Wheeler affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lora Wheeler is affiliated with Parkridge Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lora Wheeler was last updated on May 21, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 months 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.