William Barge, M.D.
NPI 1487034799 · Gastroenterology Physician · Nashville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
William Barge, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Nashville, TN (NPI 1487034799).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487034799
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 65312 (TN)
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
11 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
599 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 101 | $100 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 73 | $228 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 67 | $91 |
| 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 | 64 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 52 | $83 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 131 | 48 |
| Omeprazole | 86 | 19 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 56 | 20 |
| Sucralfate | 45 | 11 |
| Budesonidebrand: Budesonide Dr | 39 | 12 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 27 | — |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 22 | — |
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 (1)
- 325 Old Pleasant Grove RdMt Juliet, TN 37122-4493Phone: (629) 255-2272Fax: (629) 255-4253
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-06-02
- Last updated
- 2022-09-20
- Certified
- 2022-09-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is William Barge's NPI number?
- William Barge's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487034799, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is William Barge's specialty?
- William Barge is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is William Barge located?
- William Barge's practice location on file with NPPES is 222 22nd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203-1852.
- What is William Barge's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for William Barge is (629) 255-2272.
- Does William Barge accept Medicare?
- William Barge is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is William Barge's NPI active?
- Yes — William Barge's NPI (1487034799) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.