Thomas Epperson, MD
NPI 1184605966 · Internal Medicine Physician · Middlesboro, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Epperson, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Middlesboro, KY (NPI 1184605966).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1184605966
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 31838 (KY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
215 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 85 | $52 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 46 | $78 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 10 Minutes99307 | 30 | $39 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 29 | $71 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 25 | $16 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 181 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 648 | 106 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 445 | 76 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 408 | 53 |
| Lisinopril | 398 | 71 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 387 | 72 |
| Losartan Potassium | 333 | 60 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$141 across 8 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-09
- Last updated
- 2011-10-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Epperson's NPI number?
- Thomas Epperson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184605966, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Epperson's specialty?
- Thomas Epperson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Epperson located?
- Thomas Epperson's practice location on file with NPPES is 3004 Cumberland Ave, Middlesboro, KY 40965-2343.
- What is Thomas Epperson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Epperson is (606) 248-3324.
- Does Thomas Epperson accept Medicare?
- Thomas Epperson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Epperson's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Epperson's NPI (1184605966) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-10-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.