Chad Charapata, MD
NPI 1972567592 · Gastroenterology Physician · Chattanooga, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chad Charapata, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Chattanooga, TN (NPI 1972567592).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972567592
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 36786 (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
20 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
1,540 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 | 340 | $121 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 190 | $9 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 156 | $130 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 110 | $7 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 105 | $71 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 34 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 382 | 118 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 230 | 220 |
| Famotidine | 169 | 59 |
| Omeprazole | 139 | 46 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 106 | 102 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 74 | 24 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 73 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$558 across 32 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
- 2006-04-12
- Last updated
- 2023-04-05
- Certified
- 2023-04-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chad Charapata's NPI number?
- Chad Charapata's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972567592, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chad Charapata's specialty?
- Chad Charapata is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chad Charapata located?
- Chad Charapata's practice location on file with NPPES is 2200 E 3rd St Ste 200, Chattanooga, TN 37404-2745.
- What is Chad Charapata's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chad Charapata is (423) 643-2500.
- Does Chad Charapata accept Medicare?
- Chad Charapata is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chad Charapata's NPI active?
- Yes — Chad Charapata's NPI (1972567592) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-04-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.