MR. THIRSTON S PHILLIPS JR. DO
NPI 1255366175
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation in Little River, SC

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Thirston Phillips is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

• Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

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• Other-Enteral and Parenteral (OB006N)

  Enteral feeding supply kit; syringe fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape (HCPCS:B4034)

  3 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 338 Services Paid

• Other-Enteral and Parenteral (OB006N)

  Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, calorically dense (equal to or greater than 1.5 kcal/ml) with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit (HCPCS:B4152)

  3 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 8294 Services Paid

Durable Medical Equipment

• DME-Other DME (DE000N)

  Walker, folding, wheeled, adjustable or fixed height (HCPCS:E0143)

  5 DME suppliers used 121 Medicare Claims 121 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE000N)

  Seat attachment, walker (HCPCS:E0156)

  5 DME suppliers used 35 Medicare Claims 35 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE000N)

  Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with fixed arms (HCPCS:E0163)

  4 DME suppliers used 93 Medicare Claims 93 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE000N)

  Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with detachable arms (HCPCS:E0165)

  2 DME suppliers used 25 Medicare Claims 25 Services Paid

• DME-Hospital Beds (DB000N)

  Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress (HCPCS:E0260)

  1 DME suppliers used 27 Medicare Claims 27 Services Paid

• DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC000N)

  Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing (HCPCS:E0431)

  5 DME suppliers used 54 Medicare Claims 56 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE005N)

  Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) (HCPCS:E0466)

  2 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE000N)

  Transfer device, any type, each (HCPCS:E0705)

  3 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE000N)

  Iv pole (HCPCS:E0776)

  2 DME suppliers used 16 Medicare Claims 16 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Manual wheelchair accessory, anti-tipping device, each (HCPCS:E0971)

  3 DME suppliers used 66 Medicare Claims 131 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Manual wheelchair accessory, anti-tipping device, each (HCPCS:E0971)

  4 DME suppliers used 33 Medicare Claims 66 Services Paid

• DME-Other DME (DE000N)

  Transport chair, adult size, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds (HCPCS:E1038)

  2 DME suppliers used 16 Medicare Claims 16 Services Paid

• DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)

  Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate (HCPCS:E1390)

  6 DME suppliers used 55 Medicare Claims 57 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  General use wheelchair seat cushion, width less than 22 inches, any depth (HCPCS:E2601)

  5 DME suppliers used 74 Medicare Claims 74 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  General use wheelchair back cushion, width less than 22 inches, any height, including any type mounting hardware (HCPCS:E2611)

  2 DME suppliers used 27 Medicare Claims 27 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

  Standard wheelchair (HCPCS:K0001)

  5 DME suppliers used 267 Medicare Claims 267 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

  Lightweight wheelchair (HCPCS:K0003)

  3 DME suppliers used 76 Medicare Claims 76 Services Paid

• DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

  Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) (HCPCS:K0195)

  6 DME suppliers used 144 Medicare Claims 144 Services Paid

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Extended patient service without direct patient contact, first hour

Extended patient service without direct contact refers to a healthcare service where professionals spend time reviewing your health records, consulting with other providers, or planning your care without you being present, for the first hour.

This service was performed 523 times for 478 patients

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 15 minutes

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.

This service was performed 356 times for 337 patients

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

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.

This service was performed 5,023 times for 651 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes

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.

This service was performed 77 times for 76 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes

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.

This service was performed 605 times for 550 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes

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.

This service was performed 58 times for 56 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and

This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.

This service was performed 112 times for 110 patients

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