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Nephrology

Ralph C. Atkinson Iii, MD

Works at hospitals in Nashville, TN · Waverly, TN · Murfreesboro, TN … · Tennessee

Summary

Ralph C. Atkinson Iii, MD (Nephrology) is listed by Medicare at 5 hospitals in Nashville, TN, Waverly, TN and Murfreesboro, TN and other places. NPI 1083606248. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS Facility Affiliation Data, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Ralph C. Atkinson Iii, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

NephrologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
41Years since medical school (graduated 1985)
University Of Mississippi School Of MedicineMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)
Nephrology Associates, PCGroup practice

Quick answers

Which hospitals does Ralph C. Atkinson Iii work at?
Medicare's official clinician data lists Ralph C. Atkinson Iii at 5 hospitals: Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital, Ascension Saint Thomas Three Rivers, Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital, Tristar Horizon Medical Center and Tristar Stonecrest Medical Center. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
Where does Ralph C. Atkinson Iii see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Nashville, TN and Columbia, TN. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Ralph C. Atkinson Iii's specialty?
Medicare lists Nephrology as the primary specialty.
Does Ralph C. Atkinson Iii accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Ralph C. Atkinson Iii accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
What is the phone number for Ralph C. Atkinson Iii?
(615) 356-4111, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Ralph C. Atkinson Iii's NPI number?
1083606248. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Hospitals where Ralph C. Atkinson Iii works

Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Ralph C. Atkinson Iii at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.

Practice locations

Addresses where Ralph C. Atkinson Iii is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Ralph C. Atkinson Iii as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • Nephrology Associates, PC41 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Nashville, TN — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolUniversity Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
Graduation year1985
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1083606248
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Sources

  1. Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  3. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  4. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians