Ira D Chatman, MD
Ira D Chatman is a Pain Medicine Anesthesiology specialist based in Mountain Home, AR with over 47 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: ANESTHESIOLOGY
Ira D Chatman, MD has practiced anesthesiology for 47+ years, working in group practice. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 47 years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 89% of reporting doctors in Arkansas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4519dNPPES updated 2014-01-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Arkansas State Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
17 Medical Plz, Mountain Home, AR 72653-2918
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better59.07%
Arkansas avg: 5.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+54 pts)
59.07% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.3%
Arkansas avg: 85.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.5 pts)
Better than 89% of reporting doctors in ArkansasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
737
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,762
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
14,366
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $824k
Percentile rankings compared against 124 reporting peers in Arkansas.
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 Hypertension, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — 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%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$87 received from industry
3 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Ira D Chatman's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
47 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207LP2900X
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 144039
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Pain Medicine Care With Ira D Chatman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ira D Chatman for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Mountain Home 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 Ira D Chatman
NPI records show Dr. Chatman as active with telehealth listed in Mountain Home, AR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (870) 425-6212.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ira D Chatman
Practice Location
17 Medical Plz, Mountain Home, AR 72653-2918
Mailing Address
17 Medical Plz, Mountain Home, AR 72653-2918
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