Samantha Minkin, MD
NPI 1487016903 · Rheumatology Physician · Nashville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Samantha Minkin, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Nashville, TN (NPI 1487016903).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487016903
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 63277 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
258 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 72 | $16 |
| 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 | 52 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 51 | $124 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 30 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 128 | 38 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 69 | 25 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 66 | 24 |
| Allopurinol | 21 | — |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira Pen | 18 | — |
| Celecoxib | 15 | — |
| Colchicine | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$68 across 3 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 (2)
- 169 Ashley Ave Rm 202Charleston, SC 29425-0816Phone: (802) 279-2351
- 1215 Lee StBox 800744Charlottesville, VA 22908-0816Phone: (434) 924-1931Fax: (434) 243-5770
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-03-23
- Last updated
- 2022-03-29
- Certified
- 2022-03-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Samantha Minkin's NPI number?
- Samantha Minkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487016903, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Samantha Minkin's specialty?
- Samantha Minkin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Samantha Minkin located?
- Samantha Minkin's practice location on file with NPPES is 3601 the Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232-0816.
- What is Samantha Minkin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Samantha Minkin is (615) 322-3000.
- Does Samantha Minkin accept Medicare?
- Samantha Minkin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Samantha Minkin's NPI active?
- Yes — Samantha Minkin's NPI (1487016903) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-03-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.