David R Spigel, M.D.
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine
David R Spigel is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in Nashville, TN with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
David R Spigel, M.D. has been part of the Nashville medical community since 2006 in group practice. Trained at University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine (class of 1996), he has been practicing for over 30 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have cancer, hypertension, and high cholesterol. CMS MIPS quality score: 75/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 7% of MIPS-scored doctors in Tennessee
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5099dNPPES updated 2012-06-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202375/100
Tennessee avg: 89 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better7.41%
Tennessee avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+2.3 pts)
7.41% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
269
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
101
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
594
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.34M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,167 reporting peers in Tennessee.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Cancer, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+54%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$4.6k received from industry
49 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to David R Spigel's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.
Taxonomy: 207RX0202X
Education & Training
University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine (Class of 1996)
Mailing address
Po Box 440100, Nashville, TN 37244-0100
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Oncology Care With David R Spigel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David R Spigel for follow-up consultations, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Nashville required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about David R Spigel
NPI records show Dr. Spigel as active with telehealth listed in Nashville, TN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (615) 329-0570.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact David R Spigel
Practice Location
250 25th Ave N Ste 100, Nashville, TN 37203-1632
Mailing Address
Po Box 440100, Nashville, TN 37244-0100
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