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DR. JOHN ANDREW BATES D.O
NPI 1326425059
Surgery - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in West Columbia, SC

Active since May 01, 2015PECOS Enrolled
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400, WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169(803) 936-3300(803) 936-7735 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 2, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 2, 2026, Jun 14, 2023, Apr 8, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. John Andrew Bates D.o NPPES

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

DR. JOHN ANDREW BATES D.O (NPI 1326425059) is an individual plastic and reconstructive surgery provider in West Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (89538) and active in the NPI registry since May 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, and maintains a secondary practice location in Columbia.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326425059
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0122X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN ANDREW BATESCredential: D.O
Location Address146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400West Columbia, SC 29169-4800
Mailing Address28050 Grand River AveFarmington Hills, MI 48336-5919 · (248) 888-2516
Phone(803) 936-3300
Fax(803) 936-7735
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateMay 1, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 2, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 2, 2026
✔ NPI 1326425059 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0122X
Licenses✔ Licensed in SC · 89538✔ Licensed in MI · 5151010443
Definition
A surgeon who specializes in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 5101021609 (MI)
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400, West Columbia, SC 29169
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11220 Blanding StColumbia, SC 29201-2816 · Phone (803) 234-2010

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. John Andrew Bates D.o is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID8426343146
PECOS Enrollment IDI20231130002472
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show John Bates reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Plastic Surgery Consultants, LLC
4.5 mi
Specialist
1220 BLANDING ST
Columbia, SC 29201
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1245319094 (803) 779-1200

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 2

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
21 services21 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
17 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

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

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

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.

AMANDA J THOMPSON PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Lexington County (803) 936-3300
DR. SOLON GRAY HUGHES MD
Surgery
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Lexington County (803) 936-3300
DR. ELIZABETH ELLEN PRICE D.O.
Colon & Rectal Surgery
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Lexington County (803) 936-3300
DR. MARC C ANTONETTI MD
Surgery
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Lexington County (803) 936-3300
DR. JOHN D. DEPERI M. D.
Surgery
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Lexington County (803) 936-3300
ERIN THOMPSON WIESENDANGER LISW
Social Worker (Clinical)
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Lexington County (803) 936-3300
DR. ALYSSA FESMIRE M.D.
Surgery
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Lexington County (803) 936-3300
LORI DEBORAH NORRIS NP-C
Nurse Practitioner
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Lexington County (803) 936-3300

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 Bates's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Bates is 1326425059. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 1, 2015.

Where is John Bates located?

John Bates practices at 146 E Hospital Dr Ste 400, West Columbia, SC 29169. The listed phone number is (803) 936-3300.

What is John Bates's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, with taxonomy code 2086S0122X.

Is John Bates enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Bates is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for John Bates's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), John Bates reassigns Medicare benefits to Plastic Surgery Consultants, LLC (Columbia, SC). The 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 John Bates's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does John Bates accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina list John Bates 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 Bates affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Bates is affiliated with Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown and Prisma Health Baptist.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Bates was last updated on September 2, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 52 days 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.