CARROLL B WATFORD MD
NPI 1255560652
Internal Medicine in Columbia, SC

Active since July 07, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
99.32/100
CMS Quality Rating
400 PALMETTO HEALTH PKWY, COLUMBIA, SC 29212(803) 434-3955 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 10, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 10, 2018, Dec 21, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Carroll B Watford Md NPPES

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

CARROLL B WATFORD MD (NPI 1255560652) is an individual internal medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (32032) and active in the NPI registry since July 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255560652
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameCARROLL B WATFORDCredential: MD
Location Address400 PALMETTO HEALTH PKWYColumbia, SC 29212
Mailing AddressPo Box 743904Atlanta, GA 30374-3904 · (803) 296-7320 · Fax (803) 296-7330
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Carolina School Of MedicineGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateJuly 7, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 10, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1255560652 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in SC · 32032
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.

400 PALMETTO HEALTH PKWY, Columbia, SC 29212

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 114 Richmond Medical Park Dr, Ste 520Columbia, SC 29203 · Phone (803) 434-3955
Location 21325 Spring StGreenwood, SC 29646-3860 · Phone (864) 725-4272 · Fax (864) 725-4452

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid320325SC

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

Carroll B Watford 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 ID7618124363
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120830000829
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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 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.
422 services198 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 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.
200 services117 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
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.
160 services155 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
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.
43 services17 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 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.
28 services27 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
16 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Prisma Health Richland Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420018
Location5 Medical ParkColumbia, SC 29203 · Richland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Prisma Health Baptist

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420086
Location1330 Taylor At Marion StColumbia, SC 29220 · Richland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420106
Location400 Palmetto Health ParkwayColumbia, SC 29212 · Lexington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29212 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.

99.32/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality90.59
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$13.80 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers15 claims15 services$60.22 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$14.49 avg. paid by Medicare
Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) K0195
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$5.87 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 17

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

Pharmacist
400 PALMETTO HEALTH PKWY
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Hospitalist
400 PALMETTO HEALTH PKWY
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Internal Medicine
400 PALMETTO HEALTH PKWY
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
400 PALMETTO HEALTH PKWY
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
400 PALMETTO HEALTH PKWY
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
400 PALMETTO HEALTH PKWY
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
400 PALMETTO HEALTH PKWY
COLUMBIA, SC 29212
General Acute Care Hospital
400 PALMETTO HEALTH PKWY
COLUMBIA, SC 29212

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1255560652, enumerated as an "individual" on July 07, 2009.

The provider is located at 400 PALMETTO HEALTH PKWY COLUMBIA, SC 29212 and the phone number is (803) 434-3955.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Carroll Watford is affiliated with: PRISMA HEALTH RICHLAND HOSPITAL, PRISMA HEALTH BAPTIST and PRISMA HEALTH BAPTIST PARKRIDGE.