THOMAS P PAXTON M.D.
NPI 1013975093
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Aiken, SC

Active since May 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
137 MIRACLE DR, AIKEN, SC 29801(803) 641-5544(803) 641-5625 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 8, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Thomas P Paxton M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

THOMAS P PAXTON M.D. (NPI 1013975093) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Aiken, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (22756) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Aiken Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013975093
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameTHOMAS P PAXTONCredential: M.D.
Location Address137 MIRACLE DRAiken, SC 29801-6351
Mailing Address367 S. Gulph Rd, Att: Ipm CredentialingKing Of Prussia, PA 19406-3121 · (803) 641-4874
Fax(803) 641-5625
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateMay 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 8, 2019
NPI 1013975093 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License Licensed in SC · 22756
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.
137 MIRACLE DR, Aiken, SC 29801

Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Thomas P Paxton Md

Other Identifiers 2

MedicaidT70296SC
Other020613680SC · Blue Cross Pin Number

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Thomas P Paxton M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID1557541638
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110207000420
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
45 services35 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Aiken Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Aiken, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420082
Location302 University ParkwayAiken, SC 29801 · Aiken County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29801 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$163.84 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $40.96 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$67.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $16.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 13

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
137 MIRACLE DR
AIKEN, SC 29801
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
137 MIRACLE DR
AIKEN, SC 29801
Specialist
137 MIRACLE DR
AIKEN, SC 29801
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
137 MIRACLE DR
AIKEN, SC 29801
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)
137 MIRACLE DR
AIKEN, SC 29801
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
137 MIRACLE DR
AIKEN, SC 29801
Specialist
137 MIRACLE DR
AIKEN, SC 29801
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
137 MIRACLE DR
AIKEN, SC 29801

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Thomas Paxton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Paxton is 1013975093. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 1, 2006. The provider is also known as Thomas P Paxton MD.

Where is Thomas Paxton located?

Thomas Paxton practices at 137 Miracle Dr, Aiken, SC 29801. The listed phone number is (803) 641-5544.

What is Thomas Paxton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Thomas Paxton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas Paxton is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Thomas Paxton accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and Molina Healthcare list Thomas Paxton as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Thomas Paxton affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Thomas Paxton is affiliated with Aiken Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thomas Paxton was last updated on March 8, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.