JOHN E EMMEL MD
NPI 1326048828
Family Medicine - Geriatric Medicine in Charleston, SC

NPI Status: Active since July 26, 2005

Contact Information

27 GAMECOCK AVE
STE 201
CHARLESTON, SC
ZIP 29407
Phone: (843) 769-8215
Fax: (843) 769-8216

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Years of Experience 49
  • Family Medicine
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Accepts Insurance
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled
  • Medicare Quality Reporting

About JOHN EMMEL

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for John Emmel, a primary care provider established in Charleston, South Carolina with a medical specialization in Family Medicine, focusing in geriatric medicine and more than 49 years of experience. He graduated from Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University in 1977. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1326048828 assigned on July 2005. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207QG0300X with license number 8833 (SC). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 12 years ago.

NPI
1326048828
Provider Name
JOHN E EMMEL MD
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
27 GAMECOCK AVE STE 201 CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Location Phone
(843) 769-8215
Location Fax
(843) 769-8216
Mailing Address
27 GAMECOCK AVE STE 201 CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Mailing Phone
(843) 769-8215
Mailing Fax
(843) 769-8216
Medical School Name
WARREN ALPERT MEDICAL SCHOOL OF BROWN UNIVERSITY
Graduation Year
1977
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
07-26-2005
Last Update Date
11-06-2014
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A primary care provider (PCP) like John Emmel sees people with common medical problems. The primary care provider might be a doctor, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or clinic that are usually involved in your long-term care. A PCP might provide preventive care, treat common medical conditions, identify urgent medical problems and refer you to specialists when necessary. Primary care is usually provided in an outpatient facility but if you are admitted to a hospital your PCP may assist in your care. The most common medical conditions seen by primary care providers are: hypertension, upper respiratory tract infections, depression or anxiety, back pain, arthritis, dermatitis, diabetes, urinary tract infections, etc

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Family Medicine Geriatric Medicine

Taxonomy Code
207QG0300X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
8833
License State
SC
Taxonomy Description
A family medicine physician with 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.

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Blue Direction Bronze 1 - POS
  • Blue Direction Silver 1 - POS
  • Blue Direction Silver 1 + Adult Vision - POS
  • Blue Direction Silver 2 - POS
  • Blue Direction Standard Expanded Bronze - POS
  • Blue Direction Standard Gold - POS
  • Blue Direction Standard Silver - POS
  • Blue VirtuConnect Bronze 1 - EPO
  • Blue VirtuConnect Gold 1 - EPO
  • Blue VirtuConnect Silver 1 - EPO
  • First Choice Next Bronze Essential - HMO
  • First Choice Next Bronze Premier - HMO
  • First Choice Next Bronze Signature - HMO
  • First Choice Next Gold Premier - HMO
  • First Choice Next Gold Signature - HMO
  • First Choice Next Silver Essential - HMO
  • First Choice Next Silver Premier - HMO
  • First Choice Next Silver Signature - HMO
  • InHealth Basic 1 - HMO
  • InHealth Basic 1 + Adult Vision - HMO
  • InHealth Basic 2 - HMO
  • InHealth Basic Plus Standard - HMO
  • InHealth Basic Standard - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus+ $0 Indiv Med Ded (Dental + Vision) - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Essential - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Essential- - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Standard - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Standard Plus Chiro - HMO
  • UHC Gold Advantage - HMO
  • UHC Gold Advantage+ (Dental + Vision) - HMO
  • UHC Gold Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded - HMO
  • UHC Gold Standard - HMO

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

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Additional Identifiers

The NPI Enumerator encourages providers to submit additional identifiers with their NPI application although the submission of this information is optional. The additional identifier(s) section includes other numbers or codes currently or formerly used as an identifier for the provider by other public healthcare entities. The identifiers may include UPIN, NSC, OSCAR, DEA, Medicaid State or PIN identification numbers.

Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
8833MEDICAID (05)SC 
D17603MEDICARE UPIN (02)SC 
D176037041MEDICARE PIN (08)SC 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

John Emmel is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

John Emmel 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

  • PECOS PAC ID: 4587611132

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20100706000209

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • 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.

Durable Medical Equipment

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA000N)

    Insertion tray without drainage bag and without catheter (accessories only) (HCPCS:A4310)

    1 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 15 Services Paid

  • DME-Hospital Beds (DB000N)

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

    2 DME suppliers used 18 Medicare Claims 18 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)

    3 DME suppliers used 31 Medicare Claims 31 Services Paid

  • DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

    Wheelchair accessory, headrest, cushioned, any type, including fixed mounting hardware, each (HCPCS:E0955)

    1 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 12 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)

    3 DME suppliers used 35 Medicare Claims 35 Services Paid

  • DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

    Standard wheelchair (HCPCS:K0001)

    4 DME suppliers used 28 Medicare Claims 28 Services Paid

  • DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

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

    3 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 14 Services Paid

Orthotic Devices

  • DME-Orthotic Devices (DF000N)

    Indwelling catheter; foley type, two-way latex with coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer, or hydrophilic, etc.), each (HCPCS:A4338)

    1 DME suppliers used 16 Medicare Claims 16 Services Paid

  • DME-Orthotic Devices (DF000N)

    Bedside drainage bag, day or night, with or without anti-reflux device, with or without tube, each (HCPCS:A4357)

    1 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 26 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.

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

This service was performed 26 times for 19 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit is a daily check-up to monitor your health status. This service, lasting typically 25 minutes, involves a nurse assessing your overall wellbeing, discussing concerns, and updating your care plan as needed.

This service was performed 87 times for 87 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 45 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.

This service was performed 27 times for 27 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 222 times for 206 patients

Physician Visit Costs



The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $20.79 for a new patient copayment and $23.78 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 29407 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203

  • Average New Patient Price $83.18
  • Minimum New Patient Price $53.57
  • Maximum New Patient Price $163.84
  • Average New Patient Copayment $20.79
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.39
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $40.96

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214

  • Average Established Patient Price $95.12
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $16.96
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $133.52
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $23.78
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.24
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $33.38

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

MIPS Quality Measures

The following performance measures were reported under the Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR) quality measures program.

Quality Measure Performance Number of Patients
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record 100% 267
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan 35% 234
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented 31% 59
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults 1% "Inverse Quality Measure"
This is an inverse quality measure, a lower rate means the provider is rated better.
260
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults 0% "Inverse Quality Measure"
This is an inverse quality measure, a lower rate means the provider is rated better.
260
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults 1% "Inverse Quality Measure"
This is an inverse quality measure, a lower rate means the provider is rated better.
260

Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges

Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.

Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. John Emmel is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

Hospital Name Address Phone Hospital Type Overall Rating
BON SECOURS-ST FRANCIS XAVIER HOSPITAL2095 HENRY TECKLENBURG DRIVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29414
(843) 402-1006Acute Care Hospitals
MOUNT PLEASANT HOSPITAL3510 HIGHWAY 17 NORTH SUITE 140
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC 29466
(843) 724-2954Acute Care Hospitals

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1326048828, we treat the final digit (8) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 62. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 62 = 8).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
3
Unchanged
Pos 3
2
Doubled → 4
Pos 4
6
Unchanged
Pos 5
0
Doubled → 0
Pos 6
4
Unchanged
Pos 7
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Pos 8
8
Unchanged
Pos 9
2
Doubled → 4
Check
8
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 2 → 4 0 → 0 8 → 16 → 7 2 → 4

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 3 + 4 + 6 + 0 + 4 + 1 + 6 + 8 + 4 + 24 = 62

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 62 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 62 = 8
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 8, which matches the last digit of 1326048828.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 17 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Counselor (Professional)
27 GAMECOCK AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Counselor (Professional)
27 GAMECOCK AVE, SUITE 203
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Counselor (Professional)
27 GAMECOCK AVE, SUITE 202
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Counselor
27 GAMECOCK AVE, SUITE 202
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Counselor (Professional)
27 GAMECOCK AVE, SUITE #202
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Counselor (Professional)
27 GAMECOCK AVE, SUITE 202
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
27 GAMECOCK AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
27 GAMECOCK AVE, STE 201
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
27 GAMECOCK AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
27 GAMECOCK AVE, STE 201
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
27 GAMECOCK AVE, SUITE 201
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
27 GAMECOCK AVE, SUITE 201
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Internal Medicine
27 GAMECOCK AVE, STE 201
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
27 GAMECOCK AVE, STE 201
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Counselor
27 GAMECOCK AVE, SUITE #202
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Nurse Practitioner
27 GAMECOCK AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Family Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
27 GAMECOCK AVE, STE 201
CHARLESTON, SC 29407

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1326048828, enumerated as an "individual" on July 26, 2005.

The provider is located at 27 GAMECOCK AVE STE 201 CHARLESTON, SC 29407 and the phone number is (843) 769-8215.

Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207QG0300X and a focus in Geriatric Medicine.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, First. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

John Emmel is affiliated with: BON SECOURS-ST FRANCIS XAVIER HOSPITAL and MOUNT PLEASANT HOSPITAL.