Carlos Podesta, M.D.
NPI 1881099885 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Cookeville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carlos Podesta, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Cookeville, TN (NPI 1881099885).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881099885
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- TRN17376 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
11 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
2,617 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 578 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 467 | $118 |
| Blood Test, Clotting Time85610 | 286 | $4 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 182 | $64 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 155 | $11 |
| Insertion of Tube in Left Lower Heart Chamber and Coronary Artery for Diagnosis With Review By Radiologist |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 39 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 381 | 125 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 261 | 99 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 248 | 82 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 227 | 59 |
| Isosorbide Mononitratebrand: Isosorbide Mononitrate Er | 204 | 71 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 189 | 68 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$398 across 12 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
- 2014-11-03
- Last updated
- 2024-02-08
- Certified
- 2024-02-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carlos Podesta's NPI number?
- Carlos Podesta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881099885, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carlos Podesta's specialty?
- Carlos Podesta is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carlos Podesta located?
- Carlos Podesta's practice location on file with NPPES is 238 W 4th St Ste 200, Cookeville, TN 38501.
- What is Carlos Podesta's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carlos Podesta is (931) 783-5582.
- Does Carlos Podesta accept Medicare?
- Carlos Podesta is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carlos Podesta's NPI active?
- Yes — Carlos Podesta's NPI (1881099885) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.