Matthew Edwards, D.O.
NPI 1588979470 · Internal Medicine Physician · Knoxville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Matthew Edwards, D.O. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Knoxville, TN (NPI 1588979470).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588979470
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 2531 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
15 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
4,322 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 515 | $122 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 485 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 416 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 385 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (tsh)84443 | 286 | $16 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 269 | $13 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 105 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 456 | 121 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 387 | 122 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 318 | 91 |
| Losartan Potassium | 302 | 94 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 295 | 90 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 235 | 78 |
| Omeprazole |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,556 across 85 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)
- 1924 Alcoa Hwy Ste U56Knoxville, TN 37920-1511Phone: (865) 305-9081Fax: (865) 305-8769
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-08-16
- Last updated
- 2023-04-11
- Certified
- 2023-04-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Matthew Edwards's NPI number?
- Matthew Edwards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588979470, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Matthew Edwards's specialty?
- Matthew Edwards is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Matthew Edwards located?
- Matthew Edwards's practice location on file with NPPES is 1819 Clinch Ave Ste 114, Knoxville, TN 37916-2435.
- What is Matthew Edwards's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Matthew Edwards is (865) 524-1631.
- Does Matthew Edwards accept Medicare?
- Matthew Edwards is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Matthew Edwards's NPI active?
- Yes — Matthew Edwards's NPI (1588979470) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-04-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.