James E Gore, MD

Rheumatology Internal Medicine

James E Gore is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Nashville, TN with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(615) 322-3000Nashville, TN
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

With over 27 years in internal medicine, James E Gore, MD is a long-established rheumatologist in Nashville. He graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine in 1999 and has 27+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 97.13/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 44% of MIPS-scored doctors in Tennessee
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 44 Internal Medicine providers in TNSee all Internal Medicine in Nashville27+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 1516dNPPES updated 2022-03-31 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners

Contact & Location

Practice Location

3601 Tvc, Nashville, TN 37232-0001

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Tennessee.

MIPS Score

2023

97.13/100

Tennessee avg: 89 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.5 pts)

Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in Tennessee

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

5.82%

Tennessee avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.7 pts)

5.82% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

70.8%

Tennessee avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-12 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

666

Unique beneficiaries

High volume

Prescription Recipients

829

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

8,351

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $15.13M

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+26%)75%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+1%)71%

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

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-1%)69%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
29%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-4%)28%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+9%)27%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-7%)27%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-6%)26%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1999

    University of Kentucky College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Mar 30, 2022

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 27 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.

Taxonomy: 207RR0500X

Education & Training

University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Class of 1999)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200, Nashville, TN 37215-2691

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With James E Gore

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with James E Gore for arthritis follow-ups, 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 James E Gore

Dr. Gore is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Nashville, TN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (615) 322-3000.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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