DR. VALERY CHRISTIAN BATIMBA BESSI MD
NPI 1164050613
Internal Medicine - Geriatric Medicine in Florence, SC

Q: What is Valery Batimba Bessi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Valery Batimba Bessi is 1164050613. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2020.

Q: What is Valery Batimba Bessi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Geriatric Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RG0300X.

Active since March 31, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

555 E CHEVES ST, FLORENCE, SC 29506(843) 777-7035 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 31, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 31, 2023, Mar 31, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Dr. Valery Christian Batimba Bessi Md NPPES

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

DR. VALERY CHRISTIAN BATIMBA BESSI MD (NPI 1164050613) is an individual geriatric medicine provider in Florence, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (89868) and active in the NPI registry since March 2020. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mcleod Regional Medical Center-pee Dee, and is a graduate of University Of Nevada School Of Medicine (2023).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164050613

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RG0300X

Provider Legal NameDR. VALERY CHRISTIAN BATIMBA BESSICredential: MD

Location Address555 E CHEVES STFlorence, SC 29506-2617

Mailing Address555 E Cheves StFlorence, SC 29506-2617 · (843) 777-7035

Phone(843) 777-7035

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Nevada School Of MedicineGraduated 2023

Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2020

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 31, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 31, 2023

✔ NPI 1164050613 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Geriatric MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RG0300X

License✔ Licensed in SC · 89868

Definition

An internist who has special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes and the hospital.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

555 E CHEVES ST, Florence, SC 29506

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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Valery Christian Batimba Bessi 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 ID6800209800

PECOS Enrollment IDI20231024001070

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Valery Batimba Bessi reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Mcleod Regional Medical Center Of The Pee Dee, Inc

Same address

Emergency Medical Services

555 E CHEVES ST
Florence, SC 29506

Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
816 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1154371433 (843) 777-2000

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

481 services194 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

161 services159 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

147 services104 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

58 services57 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

22 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Mcleod Regional Medical Center-Pee Dee

Acute Care Hospitals · Florence, SC

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number420051

Location555 E Cheves St Box 8700Florence, SC 29506 · Florence County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29506 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

$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.

MR. MICHAEL EUGENE MONTROSE OTR

Occupational Therapist

555 E CHEVES ST
FLORENCE, SC 29506

Florence County (843) 777-6714

JACKIE MCLEAN PTA

Physical Therapy Assistant

555 E CHEVES ST
FLORENCE, SC 29506

Florence County (843) 777-2250

MRS. CALLIE HANSON CARPENTER F.N.P

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

555 E CHEVES ST
FLORENCE, SC 29506

Florence County (843) 777-2000

DR. SATYA DATLA M.D.

Internal Medicine

555 E CHEVES ST, MCLEOD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
FLORENCE, SC 29506

Florence County (248) 990-5955

SOMER PYE PHARMD

Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)

555 E CHEVES ST
FLORENCE, SC 29506

Florence County (843) 777-2000

KAITLYN GANNON PA-C

Physician Assistant

555 E CHEVES ST
FLORENCE, SC 29506

Florence County (843) 777-2000

MS. RACHEL BOWEN CAULDER CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

555 E CHEVES ST
FLORENCE, SC 29506

Florence County (843) 661-6215

MR. SCOTT GREGORY SAYLOR CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

555 E CHEVES ST
FLORENCE, SC 29506

Florence County (843) 777-8752

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 Valery Batimba Bessi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Valery Batimba Bessi is 1164050613. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2020.

Where is Valery Batimba Bessi located?

Valery Batimba Bessi practices at 555 E Cheves St, Florence, SC 29506. The listed phone number is (843) 777-7035.

What is Valery Batimba Bessi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Geriatric Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RG0300X.

Is Valery Batimba Bessi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Valery Batimba Bessi 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Valery Batimba Bessi's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Valery Batimba Bessi reassigns Medicare benefits to Mcleod Regional Medical Center Of The Pee Dee, Inc (Florence, SC). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Valery Batimba Bessi's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Valery Batimba Bessi affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Valery Batimba Bessi is affiliated with Mcleod Regional Medical Center-Pee Dee.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Valery Batimba Bessi was last updated on August 31, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.