WILLIAM J FRITSCH JR. MD
NPI 1972554475
Internal Medicine in Chattanooga, TN

Q: What is William Fritsch's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Fritsch is 1972554475. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 12, 2006.

Q: What is William Fritsch's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for William Fritsch was last updated on April 7, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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 May 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

77.28/100

CMS Quality Rating

2525 DE SALES AVENUE, CHATTANOOGA, TN 37404(423) 495-2620(423) 495-2625 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 7, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About William J Fritsch Jr. Md NPPES

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

WILLIAM J FRITSCH JR. MD (NPI 1972554475) is an individual internal medicine provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (52586) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City, and is a graduate of University Of Missouri, Columbia School Of Medicine (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972554475

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameWILLIAM J FRITSCH JR.Credential: MD

Location Address2525 DE SALES AVENUEChattanooga, TN 37404

Mailing Address2525 De Sales AvenueChattanooga, TN 37404 · (423) 495-2620 · Fax (423) 495-2625

Phone(423) 495-2620

Fax(423) 495-2625

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Missouri, Columbia School Of MedicineGraduated 1998

Enumeration DateMay 12, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateApril 7, 2015

✔ NPI 1972554475 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in TN · 52586✔ Licensed in MO · 115677

Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

2525 DE SALES AVENUE, Chattanooga, TN 37404

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Other Identifiers 9

Other458559Healthlink

Medicaid64070030KY

Other144070MO · Bcbs

Medicare UPINH41099MO

Medicaid1972554475IL

Medicaid150941001AR

Medicare PIN012013247MO

Other010065855Railroad Medicare

Medicaid205881006MO

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc., Medica.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

William J Fritsch Jr. 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 ID5698809309

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100817000999, I20220824003155

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

527 services230 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

184 services177 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

118 services77 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

75 services74 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

36 services36 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City

Acute Care Hospitals · Kansas City, MO

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number260138

Location4401 Wornall RoadKansas City, MO 64111 · Jackson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Golden Valley Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Clinton, MO

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number260175

Location1600 N 2nd StClinton, MO 64735 · Henry County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Saint Luke's East Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lees Summit, MO

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number260216

Location100 N E Saint Luke's BoulevardLees Summit, MO 64086 · Jackson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

$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.

77.28/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

73.71

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

50.58

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

5 suppliers30 claims30 services$14.08 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

7 suppliers60 claims60 services$63.93 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 17

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

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