JOSEPH MICHAEL RATLIFFE M.D.
NPI 1083659874
Emergency Medicine in Georgetown, SC

Active since June 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
606 BLACK RIVER RD, GEORGETOWN, SC 29440(843) 527-7000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 1, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Joseph Michael Ratliffe M.d. NPPES

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

JOSEPH MICHAEL RATLIFFE M.D. (NPI 1083659874) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Georgetown, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (TL28873) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Virginia School Of Medicine (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1083659874
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameJOSEPH MICHAEL RATLIFFECredential: M.D.
Location Address606 BLACK RIVER RDGeorgetown, SC 29440-3304
Mailing AddressPo Box 421718Georgetown, SC 29442-1718 · (843) 527-7078
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Virginia School Of MedicineGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateJune 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 1, 2013
NPI 1083659874 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License Licensed in SC · TL28873
Definition

An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

606 BLACK RIVER RD, Georgetown, SC 29440

Other Identifiers 1

OtherTL28873SC · License

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

Joseph Michael Ratliffe 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 ID5698785814
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060719000259
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 4

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.

Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
284 services278 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
177 services175 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
110 services108 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
20 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Georgetown, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420020
Location606 Black River Rd Drawer 1718Georgetown, SC 29440 · Georgetown County
Emergency services

Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Murrells Inlet, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420098
Location4070 Hwy 17Murrells Inlet, SC 29576 · Horry County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29440 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
$83.18 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $20.79 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $23.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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 20

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

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
606 BLACK RIVER RD
GEORGETOWN, SC 29440
Dietitian, Registered
606 BLACK RIVER RD
GEORGETOWN, SC 29440
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
606 BLACK RIVER RD
GEORGETOWN, SC 29440
Clinic/Center (Sleep Disorder Diagnostic)
606 BLACK RIVER RD
GEORGETOWN, SC 29440
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
606 BLACK RIVER RD
GEORGETOWN, SC 29440
Emergency Medicine
606 BLACK RIVER RD
GEORGETOWN, SC 29440
Physician Assistant
606 BLACK RIVER RD
GEORGETOWN, SC 29440
Pharmacist
606 BLACK RIVER RD
GEORGETOWN, SC 29440

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 Joseph Ratliffe's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Ratliffe is 1083659874. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 17, 2006.

Where is Joseph Ratliffe located?

Joseph Ratliffe practices at 606 Black River Rd, Georgetown, SC 29440. The listed phone number is (843) 527-7000.

What is Joseph Ratliffe's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Joseph Ratliffe enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Ratliffe 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 Joseph Ratliffe accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care and Ambetter of North Carolina list Joseph Ratliffe 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 Joseph Ratliffe affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Ratliffe is affiliated with Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital and Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Ratliffe was last updated on October 1, 2013. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.