CATHY PATRICIA LEE CHING M.D.
NPI 1124432398
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in West Columbia, SC

Q: What is Cathy Lee Ching's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cathy Lee Ching is 1124432398. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 16, 2014.

Q: What is Cathy Lee Ching's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cathy Lee Ching was last updated on March 6, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 months 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.

Active since June 16, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

69.83/100

CMS Quality Rating

146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 550, WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169(803) 936-7410(803) 936-7412 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 6, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 6, 2026, Jun 17, 2025, Sep 14, 2020 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Cathy Patricia Lee Ching M.d. NPPES

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

CATHY PATRICIA LEE CHING M.D. (NPI 1124432398) is an individual rheumatology provider in West Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in Mississippi (27552) and active in the NPI registry since June 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124432398

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X

Provider Legal NameCATHY PATRICIA LEE CHINGCredential: M.D.

Location Address146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 550West Columbia, SC 29169-4843

Mailing Address2500 N. State Street, Cbo-suite 4200Jackson, MS 39216-4500 · (601) 496-9794 · Fax (601) 815-0434

Phone(803) 936-7410

Fax(803) 936-7412

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011

Enumeration DateJune 16, 2014

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 6, 20266 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMarch 6, 2026

✔ NPI 1124432398 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RR0500X

Licenses✔ Licensed in MS · 27552✔ Licensed in SC · 94632

Definition

An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.

146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 550, West Columbia, SC 29169

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.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

Cathy Patricia Lee Ching 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 ID1850677154

PECOS Enrollment IDI20250716003363

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.

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.

109 services92 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

91 services63 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

43 services43 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.

23 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Lexington Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · West Columbia, SC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number420073

Location2720 Sunset BlvdWest Columbia, SC 29169 · Lexington County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29169 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

$124.04 typical visit price

range $53.57 – $163.84

Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)

Most-billed visit code 99204

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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

69.83/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

56.08

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

48.31

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

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

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