DR. ALEX DIBONA M.D.
NPI 1215017827
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Charleston, SC

Active since October 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
87.25/100
CMS Quality Rating
171 ASHLEY AVE, CHARLESTON, SC 29425(843) 792-1414 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 27, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About Dr. Alex Dibona M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ALEX DIBONA M.D. (NPI 1215017827) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (MD29245) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Musc Medical Center, and is a graduate of Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1215017827
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALEX DIBONACredential: M.D.
Location Address171 ASHLEY AVECharleston, SC 29425-4411
Mailing AddressPo Box 751461Charlotte, NC 28275-1461 · (843) 792-1414
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSMedical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateOctober 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 27, 2024
NPPES CertifiedJuly 27, 2024
✔ NPI 1215017827 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License✔ Licensed in SC · MD29245
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
Also ListedRadiology · Vascular & Interventional RadiologyTaxonomy 2085R0204X · License MD29245 (SC)
171 ASHLEY AVE, Charleston, SC 29425

Accepted Insurance

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. Alex Dibona M.d. 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 ID42302192
PECOS Enrollment IDI20131106001157, I20200901003171
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 Reassignments

7

Medicare enrollment records show Alex Dibona reassigns Medicare billing to 7 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Obstetrics & Gynecology
171 ASHLEY AVE
Charleston, SC 29425
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 2,594 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
490 MARTELLO DR
Charleston, SC 29412
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 509 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
506 NORTH ST
Bamberg, SC 29003
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 2,389 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
1200 N ELM ST
Greensboro, NC 27401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 33 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
722 NEWMAN RD
New Bern, NC 28562
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 50 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
1000 JOHNSON FERRY RD
Atlanta, GA 30342
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia and South Carolina enrollments
  • 241 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
1514 VERNON RD
Lagrange, GA 30240
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 26 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 35

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.

X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
625 services526 patients
Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450
A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
272 services255 patients
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast 74176
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis is a non-invasive medical test. It uses special X-ray equipment to create detailed images of your abdominal and pelvic areas. This helps doctors examine organs, tissues, and vessels. No contrast dye is used in this procedure.
157 services150 patients
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 74177
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye, called contrast, is used to make certain areas more visible. This can help identify issues such as infections, tumors, or other abnormalities. The procedure is painless and usually takes about 30 minutes.
111 services106 patients
Ct scan of upper spine without contrast 72125
A CT scan of the upper spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed images of your neck and upper back. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, tumors, or infections. No dye (contrast) is used in this scan.
89 services86 patients
Ct scan of chest without contrast 71250
A CT scan of the chest without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses special X-ray equipment to produce detailed images of your chest area, including your lungs and heart. It can help diagnose conditions such as lung diseases or heart disorders. It doesn't involve any dyes or contrast agents.
67 services64 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Musc Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number420004
Location169 Ashley AveCharleston, SC 29425 · Charleston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420026
Location2435 Forest DriveColumbia, SC 29204 · Richland County
Emergency services

Kershawhealth

Acute Care Hospitals · Camden, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420048
Location1315 Roberts StreetCamden, SC 29020 · Kershaw County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Musc Health Florence Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Florence, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number420091
Location805 Pamplico Hwy Box 100550Florence, SC 29505 · Florence County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Murrells Inlet, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420098
Location4070 Hwy 17Murrells Inlet, SC 29576 · Horry County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29425 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
$67.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $16.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
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.

87.25/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality85
Improvement Activities40

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.

Allergy & Immunology
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Ophthalmology
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Social Worker
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Radiology (Pediatric Radiology)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Nurse Practitioner
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Ophthalmology
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425

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 Alex Dibona's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alex Dibona is 1215017827. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 17, 2006.

Where is Alex Dibona located?

Alex Dibona practices at 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425. The listed phone number is (843) 792-1414.

What is Alex Dibona's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Alex Dibona enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alex Dibona 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 organizations bill Medicare for Alex Dibona's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Alex Dibona reassigns Medicare benefits to 7 organizations: University Medical Associates Of The Medical University Of South Carol (Charleston, SC), Carolina Family Care Inc (Charleston, SC), Musc Community Physicians (Bamberg, SC), Greensboro Radiology, PA (Greensboro, NC), Coastal Radiology Associates, PLLC (New Bern, NC) and 2 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. Each 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 Alex Dibona's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Alex Dibona accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 3 other insurers list Alex Dibona 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 Alex Dibona affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alex Dibona is affiliated with Musc Medical Center, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Kershawhealth, Musc Health Florence Medical Center and Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alex Dibona was last updated on July 27, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.