David Huffman

Endocrinology in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Practice Details

Address
5616 Brainerd Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37411
Geocoded location: 35.0111, -85.2156
Taxonomy
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Credential
MD
NPPES Enumeration
Listed with NPPES since 2007
Sole Proprietor
Yes
Provider Gender (NPPES)
Male
NPPES Record Updated
March 2017

About This Clinician

This clinician is enumerated under Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism. Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic conditions including type 2 diabetes, and frequently prescribe GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide or tirzepatide as part of diabetes or metabolic-syndrome management — though not every endocrinology practice treats obesity as a primary focus, and some see only referred, complex cases.

Locally, this is 1 of 10 Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism practices in Chattanooga carrying this exact taxonomy in our directory.

What to expect at an Endocrinology visit

Endocrinology visits focus on hormonal and metabolic conditions. For a GLP-1-related consult, patients commonly encounter:

  • A review of diabetes, thyroid, or metabolic history and current medications.
  • Lab work such as A1c and a metabolic panel to guide diagnosis and dosing.
  • A discussion of whether a GLP-1 medication fits the treatment goal (diabetes control, weight, or both).
  • Follow-up scheduling to titrate dose and monitor response over time.

This is general guidance for endocrinology practices, not a description of David Huffman's specific protocol, services, or pricing. Confirm what a visit involves directly with the practice — 423-265-3561.

GLP-1 access in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Adult obesity rate
36.4%
#9 of 50 states (CDC BRFSS)
Avg. compounded semaglutide
$189/mo
Typical Tennessee telehealth cash price
Medicaid GLP-1 coverage
Diabetes only
Tennessee Medicaid, obesity indication

About 36.4% of Tennessee adults have obesity (BMI 30+), ranking the state #9 of 50 (CDC BRFSS). Our directory currently lists 33 GLP-1-relevant clinics in Chattanooga. If a cash-pay route makes more sense, compounded semaglutide through Tennessee telehealth averages about $189/mo — well below brand-name Wegovy or Zepbound.

Explore more Tennessee options on the best Tennessee GLP-1 providers page, browse every Chattanooga listing in the Chattanooga clinic directory, or read the Tennessee Medicaid GLP-1 coverage & prior-authorization guide.

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Telehealth Alternative

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Frequently Asked Questions

The CMS National Provider registry lists David Huffman's specialty taxonomy but not the specific medications it prescribes or its current service menu. David Huffman is listed under Endocrinology, a field where GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic) or tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro) are commonly prescribed — but whether this practice currently offers them isn't recorded in the registry. Call the practice at 423-265-3561 to confirm before booking.
According to its CMS National Provider registry (NPPES) record, David Huffman's primary specialty on file is Endocrinology.
David Huffman is located at 5616 Brainerd Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37411. The phone number listed in the registry is 423-265-3561. Its full record is public in the CMS National Provider registry under NPI 1811101256.
New-patient status isn't recorded in the CMS National Provider registry, so we can't confirm whether David Huffman is currently accepting new patients. Call the practice at 423-265-3561 to confirm availability, cash-pay pricing, and whether the services you need are offered — this listing reflects the NPPES taxonomy on file and is not an endorsement.