Dennis Choat, MD
NPI 1346298213 · Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician · Fayetteville, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Colorectal Surgery (proctology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Dennis Choat, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician provider in Fayetteville, GA (NPI 1346298213).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1346298213
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Colon & Rectal Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 039069 (GA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
345 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 | $89 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 64 | $56 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Anus Using an Endoscope46600 | 60 | $118 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 59 | $112 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 32 | $161 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 76 | 69 |
| Metronidazole | 73 | 69 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 71 | 56 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 36 | 29 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 26 | 17 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 18 | 14 |
| Hydrocortisone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$5,239 across 21 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1260 Highway 54 WSte 100Fayetteville, GA 30214-4514Phone: (770) 277-4277Fax: (770) 716-8690
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-04
- Last updated
- 2022-08-01
- Certified
- 2022-08-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Dennis Choat's NPI number?
- Dennis Choat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346298213, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Dennis Choat's specialty?
- Dennis Choat is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Dennis Choat located?
- Dennis Choat's practice location on file with NPPES is 1265 Highway 54 W Ste 500b, Fayetteville, GA 30214-4556.
- What is Dennis Choat's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Dennis Choat is (770) 719-5660.
- Does Dennis Choat accept Medicare?
- Dennis Choat is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Dennis Choat's NPI active?
- Yes — Dennis Choat's NPI (1346298213) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-08-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.