Michael Derek Vaughn, M.D.
Hand Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery
Michael Derek Vaughn is a Hand Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in Nashville, TN with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across TN can see Michael Derek Vaughn, M.D. in person in Nashville or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine in 2014 and has 12+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
Older · 304dNPPES updated 2025-07-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3601 the Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232-4125
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better50%
Tennessee avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+44.9 pts)
50% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
193
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
161
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
242
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — 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
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$312 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Michael Derek Vaughn's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2014
University of Louisville School of Medicine
Board certified · Jul 23, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
An orthopaedic surgeon trained in the investigation, preservation and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Taxonomy: 207XS0106X
Education & Training
University of Louisville School of Medicine (Class of 2014)
Mailing address
3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200, Nashville, TN 37215-2691
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hand Surgery Care With Michael Derek Vaughn
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Derek Vaughn for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — 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 Michael Derek Vaughn
Dr. Vaughn 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.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael Derek Vaughn
Practice Location
3601 the Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232-4125
Mailing Address
3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200, Nashville, TN 37215-2691
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