TIMOTHY JOHN CUSTER MD
NPI 1144211418
Surgery in Hendersonville, NC

Q: What is Timothy Custer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Timothy Custer is 1144211418. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 4, 2005.

Q: What is Timothy Custer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Timothy Custer was last updated on January 22, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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 November 04, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

83.71/100

CMS Quality Rating

80 DOCTORS DR STE 1, HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28792(828) 654-0073(828) 681-5036 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 22, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Timothy John Custer Md NPPES

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

TIMOTHY JOHN CUSTER MD (NPI 1144211418) is an individual surgery provider in Hendersonville, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2024-023630) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce, and is a graduate of Ohio State University College Of Medicine (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144211418

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameTIMOTHY JOHN CUSTERCredential: MD

Location Address80 DOCTORS DR STE 1Hendersonville, NC 28792-7289

Mailing AddressPo Box 1869Fletcher, NC 28732-1869 · (828) 687-5698

Phone(828) 654-0073

Fax(828) 681-5036

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOhio State University College Of MedicineGraduated 1996

Enumeration DateNovember 4, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 22, 2025

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 22, 2025

✔ NPI 1144211418 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 2024-023630✔ Licensed in OH · 35074468

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

80 DOCTORS DR STE 1, Hendersonville, NC 28792

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid2232695OH

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Antidote Health Plan of Ohio, Inc., Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, CareSource 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

Timothy John Custer Md 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 ID1951389782

PECOS Enrollment IDI20250203003326

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 low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

28 services26 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

16 services16 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.

15 services15 patients

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.

14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce

Acute Care Hospitals · Asheville, NC

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number340002

Location509 Biltmore AveAsheville, NC 28801 · Buncombe County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Adventhealth Hendersonville

Acute Care Hospitals · Hendersonville, NC

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number340023

Location100 Hospital DriveHendersonville, NC 28792 · Henderson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28792 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

$83.90 typical visit price

range $54.12 – $165.09

Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$67.72 typical visit price

range $17.21 – $134.61

Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)

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.

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.

83.71/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

69.94

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

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