DR. RUTH MARIE WIELAND MD
NPI 1184622607
Internal Medicine in Little River, SC

Active since July 08, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3361 HIGHWAY 9 E, LITTLE RIVER, SC 29566(843) 497-5929(866) 778-9613 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 22, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 28, 2023, Nov 16, 2020, Jul 21, 2020 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Ruth Marie Wieland Md NPPES

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

DR. RUTH MARIE WIELAND MD (NPI 1184622607) is an individual internal medicine provider in Little River, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (37233) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1184622607
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RUTH MARIE WIELANDCredential: MD
Location Address3361 HIGHWAY 9 ELittle River, SC 29566-7826
Mailing AddressPo Box 3439North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582-0439 · (843) 839-4447
Fax(866) 778-9613
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateJuly 8, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 22, 20255 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 22, 2025
NPI 1184622607 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses Licensed in SC · 37233 Licensed in NC · 2013-02353
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
3361 HIGHWAY 9 E, Little River, SC 29566

Other Identifiers 1

MedicaidNC2139SC

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

Dr. Ruth Marie Wieland 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 ID7113953829
PECOS Enrollment IDI20141003002284
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 51

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.
1,233 services507 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.
1,210 services537 patients
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals 80053
A comprehensive group of blood chemicals test, also known as a comprehensive metabolic panel, is a blood test that measures your sugar level, electrolyte and fluid balance, kidney function, and liver function. This helps to check your body's overall health.
949 services517 patients
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) 80061
A lipid panel is a blood test that measures fats and fatty substances, such as cholesterol and triglycerides. These substances are used by your body as a source of energy. High levels can lead to health issues, including heart disease.
893 services508 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.
854 services496 patients
Thyroxine (thyroid chemical), free 84439
The Thyroxine (thyroid chemical), free test is a blood test that measures the level of free T4 in your body. T4 is a hormone produced by your thyroid gland and is essential for growth and metabolism. If your T4 levels are too high or too low, it could indicate a thyroid disorder.
818 services489 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Supply, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number340158
Location1 Medical Center Dr PO Box 139Supply, NC 28462 · Brunswick County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Grand Strand Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Myrtle Beach, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420085
Location809 82nd ParkwayMyrtle Beach, SC 29572 · Horry County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mcleod Loris Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Loris, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420105
Location3655 Mitchell StreetLoris, SC 29569 · Horry County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29566 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.

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
58%601 patients3/55-star benchmark: 92%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
86%889 patients5/55-star benchmark: 85%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
63%146 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
95%7,603 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were screened for future fall risk during the measurement period
94%701 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
73%1,408 patients4/55-star benchmark: 88%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
100%635 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
95%1,303 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
61%701 patients3/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
62%1,279 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
52%680 patients3/55-star benchmark: 88%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 12 years and older screened for depression on the date of the encounter using an age appropriate standardized depression screening tool AND if positive, a follow-up plan is documented on the date of the positive screen
71%1,077 patients3/55-star benchmark: 96%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 100% · 1,024 patients
Patients tobacco: 29% · 63 patients
95%1,023 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
94%1,303 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
82%1,303 patients4/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
74%1,303 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 18

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
18 suppliers65 claims146 services$6.12 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
6 suppliers20 claims22 services$0.98 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
9 suppliers56 claims56 services$37.84 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
8 suppliers37 claims37 services$81.04 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
8 suppliers39 claims102 services$31.11 avg. paid by Medicare
Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
8 suppliers54 claims292 services$19.86 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 11

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

Physician Assistant (Medical)
3361 HIGHWAY 9 E
LITTLE RIVER, SC 29566
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3361 HIGHWAY 9 E
LITTLE RIVER, SC 29566
Internal Medicine
3361 HIGHWAY 9 E
LITTLE RIVER, SC 29566
Family Medicine
3361 HIGHWAY 9 E
LITTLE RIVER, SC 29566
Family Medicine
3361 HIGHWAY 9 E
LITTLE RIVER, SC 29566
Internal Medicine
3361 HIGHWAY 9 E
LITTLE RIVER, SC 29566
Family Medicine
3361 HIGHWAY 9 E
LITTLE RIVER, SC 29566
Family Medicine
3361 HIGHWAY 9 E
LITTLE RIVER, SC 29566

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 Ruth Wieland's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruth Wieland is 1184622607. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2005.

Where is Ruth Wieland located?

Ruth Wieland practices at 3361 Highway 9 E, Little River, SC 29566. The listed phone number is (843) 497-5929.

What is Ruth Wieland's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Ruth Wieland enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruth Wieland 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 Ruth Wieland accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Molina Healthcare and UnitedHealthcare list Ruth Wieland 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 Ruth Wieland affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ruth Wieland is affiliated with Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center, Grand Strand Regional Medical Center and Mcleod Loris Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruth Wieland 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.