Dr. Ben Barton, MD
Thoracic Surgery
20+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
2 locations
About Dr. Ben Barton
Ben Barton, MD is a healthcare provider practicing in Nashville, TN.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
46
Years Experience
2
Locations
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
University Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of Medicine
Class of 1980
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 0101033491 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) | — |
| Tennessee | MD20676 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Ben Barton
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Ben Barton is an established thoracic surgery provider, MD, after earning their medical degree at University Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of Medicine in 1980. Dr. currently practices across 2 facilities, including Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487757605, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Ben Barton as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 92 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 142 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Ben Barton received $830 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$830
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 37232
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Ben Barton
What does Dr. Ben Barton specialize in?
Dr. Ben Barton specializes in Thoracic Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Thoracic Surgery (cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery).
Where does Dr. Ben Barton practice?
Dr. Ben Barton practices at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. is also affiliated with 1 additional facility, listed below.
Does Dr. Ben Barton accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Ben Barton accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 92 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Ben Barton's NPI number?
Dr. Ben Barton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487757605. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Ben Barton been practicing?
Dr. Ben Barton has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from University Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of Medicine in 1980.