JOHN P SUTTON III MD
NPI 1265402762
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Columbia, SC

Active since January 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2750 LAUREL ST STE 305, COLUMBIA, SC 29204(803) 254-5140(803) 779-1279 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 25, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 25, 2021, Feb 22, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About John P Sutton Iii Md NPPES

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

JOHN P SUTTON III MD (NPI 1265402762) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (17380) and active in the NPI registry since January 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 (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1265402762
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN P SUTTON IIICredential: MD
Location Address2750 LAUREL ST STE 305Columbia, SC 29204-2025
Mailing AddressPo Box 935722Atlanta, GA 31193-5722 · (843) 792-6200
Fax(803) 779-1279
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateJanuary 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 25, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 25, 2021
NPI 1265402762 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License Licensed in SC · 17380
Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License 17380 (SC)
2750 LAUREL ST STE 305, Columbia, SC 29204

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid173804SC

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

John P Sutton Iii 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 ID3971644352
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110202000538
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 10

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.

Insertion of pacemaker and upper and lower heart chamber electrode 33208
A pacemaker insertion is a procedure where a small device, called a pacemaker, is implanted under your skin. This device uses electrical pulses to prompt the heart to beat at a normal rate. Electrodes are placed in the upper and lower chambers of your heart to help regulate your heartbeat.
43 services42 patients
Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361
This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.
39 services39 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
37 services37 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
36 services36 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
27 services27 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
26 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29204 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
$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.

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
8%26 patients1/55-star benchmark: 92%
Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
14%153 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
10%72 patients1/55-star benchmark: 85%
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%90 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.
54%260 patients3/55-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
16%141 patients1/55-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…
26%147 patients2/55-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
6%94 patients1/55-star benchmark: 88%
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…
43%260 patients2/55-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…
9%260 patients1/55-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.
22%260 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
2750 LAUREL ST STE 305
COLUMBIA, SC 29204
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
2750 LAUREL ST STE 305
COLUMBIA, SC 29204
Specialist
2750 LAUREL ST STE 305
COLUMBIA, SC 29204

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 John Sutton's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Sutton is 1265402762. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 25, 2006.

Where is John Sutton located?

John Sutton practices at 2750 Laurel St Ste 305, Columbia, SC 29204. The listed phone number is (803) 254-5140.

What is John Sutton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is John Sutton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Sutton 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 John Sutton accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and UnitedHealthcare list John Sutton 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 John Sutton affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Sutton is affiliated with Musc Medical Center, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown and Musc Health Florence Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Sutton was last updated on August 25, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.