LESTER PAUL SALWEN M.D.
NPI 1205875952
Internal Medicine - Geriatric Medicine in Greenville, SC

Q: What is the provider's specialty?

The provider's specialty is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RG0300X and a focus in Geriatric Medicine.

Active since June 06, 2006PECOS Enrolled

80.07/100

CMS Quality Rating

890 W FARIS RD STE 100, GREENVILLE, SC 29605(864) 455-2888(864) 455-2885 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 14, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

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About Lester Paul Salwen M.d. NPPES

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

LESTER PAUL SALWEN M.D. (NPI 1205875952) is an individual geriatric medicine provider in Greenville, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (34504) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1205875952

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RG0300X

Provider Legal NameLESTER PAUL SALWENCredential: M.D.

Location Address890 W FARIS RD STE 100Greenville, SC 29605-4285

Mailing Address300 E Mcbee Ave Fl 4Greenville, SC 29601-2842 · (864) 522-8603

Phone(864) 455-2888

Fax(864) 455-2885

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateJune 6, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJune 14, 2021

NPPES CertifiedJune 14, 2021

✔ NPI 1205875952 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 · 34504

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 ListedInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyTaxonomy 207RG0100X · License 151621-1 (NY), 34504 (SC)

890 W FARIS RD STE 100, Greenville, SC 29605

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid345040SC

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Lester Paul Salwen M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 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.

93 services71 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 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.

91 services90 patients

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 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.

64 services44 patients

Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.

15 services15 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

15 services14 patients

Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.

14 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29605 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.

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.

80.07/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

83.44

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

50.98

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.

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