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JOSEPH M MCELWEE MD
NPI 1164442299
Family Medicine in Anderson, SC

Active since July 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2000 E GREENVILLE ST, SUITE 3700, ANDERSON, SC 29621(864) 512-1475(864) 512-1930 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 5, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 5, 2023, May 21, 2021, Jun 1, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Joseph M Mcelwee Md NPPES

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

JOSEPH M MCELWEE MD (NPI 1164442299) is an individual family medicine provider in Anderson, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (13610) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Anmed Health, and is a graduate of Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164442299
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameJOSEPH M MCELWEECredential: MD
Location Address2000 E GREENVILLE ST, SUITE 3700Anderson, SC 29621-1580
Mailing AddressPo Box 100174Columbia, SC 29202-3174 · (864) 512-1475 · Fax (864) 512-1930
Phone(864) 512-1475
Fax(864) 512-1930
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateJuly 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 5, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 5, 2023
✔ NPI 1164442299 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 13610
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryTaxonomy 2084P0800X · License 13610 (SC)
Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · Geriatric PsychiatryTaxonomy 2084P0805X · License 13610 (SC)
2000 E GREENVILLE ST, Anderson, SC 29621
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid136105SC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Joseph M Mcelwee 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 ID244133833
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040130000457
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 8

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.
155 services53 patients
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.
113 services95 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
43 services38 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
19 services19 patients
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count 85025
A Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.
16 services15 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Anmed Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Anderson, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420027
Location800 N Fant StAnderson, SC 29621 · Anderson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29621 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$200.12 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

BLUE RIDGE RADIATION ASSOCIATES, PA
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
2000 E GREENVILLE ST
ANDERSON, SC 29621
Anderson County (864) 512-4600
ANMED HEALTH
Family Medicine
2000 E GREENVILLE ST, SUITE 3700
ANDERSON, SC 29621
Anderson County (864) 512-1475
AMANDA S DAVIS M.D.
Family Medicine
2000 E GREENVILLE ST, SUITE 3700
ANDERSON, SC 29621
Anderson County (864) 512-1475
DR. JEFFREY A LARSON MD
Urology
2000 E GREENVILLE ST
ANDERSON, SC 29621
Anderson County (864) 716-6100
PEDIATRIC ASSOCIATES OF ANDERSON, P.A.
Pediatrics
2000 E GREENVILLE ST, SUITE 3000
ANDERSON, SC 29621
Anderson County (864) 224-1055
JENNIFER P ARNETT PMHNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
2000 E GREENVILLE ST
ANDERSON, SC 29621
Anderson County (864) 512-1000
SARAH BROWNE LONG APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2000 E GREENVILLE ST, STE 3850
ANDERSON, SC 29621
Anderson County (864) 225-5667
HUNTER E WOODALL MD
Family Medicine
2000 E GREENVILLE ST, SUITE 3700
ANDERSON, SC 29621
Anderson County (864) 512-1475

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 Mcelwee's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Mcelwee is 1164442299. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 20, 2006.

Where is Joseph Mcelwee located?

Joseph Mcelwee practices at 2000 E Greenville St Suite 3700, Anderson, SC 29621. The listed phone number is (864) 512-1475.

What is Joseph Mcelwee's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Joseph Mcelwee enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Mcelwee 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 Mcelwee accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, First Choice Next and Molina Healthcare and 1 other insurer list Joseph Mcelwee 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 Mcelwee affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Mcelwee is affiliated with Anmed Health.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Mcelwee was last updated on January 5, 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.