Thomas Warren Ratliff, MD
Thomas Warren Ratliff is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Germantown, TN with over 39 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Thomas Warren Ratliff, MD practices as part of a group hematology & oncology specialist practice in Germantown, TN. Trained at University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas (class of 1987), he has been practicing for over 39 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 87.86/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 22% of reporting doctors in Tennessee
- Federal MIPS score higher than 28% of MIPS-scored doctors in Tennessee
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
7945 Wolf River Blvd, Germantown, TN 38138-1762
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202387.86/100
Tennessee avg: 89 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.3 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better14.94%
Tennessee avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+9.8 pts)
14.94% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better80.5%
Tennessee avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
889
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
457
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,160
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.62M
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ 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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ 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.
$2.2k received from industry
25 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 Thomas Warren Ratliff's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1987
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
39 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Education & Training
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas (Class of 1987)
Mailing address
7714 Poplar Ave Ste 200 Attn: Credentialing, Germantown, TN 38138-3941
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Thomas Warren Ratliff
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Thomas Warren Ratliff for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Germantown 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 Thomas Warren Ratliff
Dr. Ratliff is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Germantown, TN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (901) 683-0055.
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 Thomas Warren Ratliff
Practice Location
7945 Wolf River Blvd, Germantown, TN 38138-1762
Mailing Address
7714 Poplar Ave Ste 200 Attn: Credentialing, Germantown, TN 38138-3941
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