DR. THOMAS CHILDS PUCKETTE
NPI 1356350144
Radiology - Body Imaging in Mount Pleasant, SC

Active since August 08, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
80.24/100
CMS Quality Rating
1241 WOODLAND AVENUE, MOUNT PLEASANT, SC 29464(843) 824-0606(843) 824-0909 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 26, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Dr. Thomas Childs Puckette NPPES

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

DR. THOMAS CHILDS PUCKETTE (NPI 1356350144) is an individual body imaging provider in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (ME17812) and active in the NPI registry since August 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 (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356350144
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085B0100X
Provider Legal NameDR. THOMAS CHILDS PUCKETTE
Location Address1241 WOODLAND AVENUEMount Pleasant, SC 29464
Mailing Address1241 Woodland AvenueMount Pleasant, SC 29464 · (843) 824-0606 · Fax (843) 824-0909
Fax(843) 824-0909
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateAugust 8, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 26, 2008
✔ NPI 1356350144 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 6

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Body ImagingAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085B0100X
License✔ Licensed in SC · ME17812
Definition
A Radiology doctor of Osteopathy that specializes in Body Imaging.
Also ListedRadiology · Nuclear RadiologyTaxonomy 2085N0904X · License ME17812 (SC)
Also ListedRadiology · Pediatric RadiologyTaxonomy 2085P0229X · License ME17812 (SC)
Also ListedRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyTaxonomy 2085R0202X · License ME17812 (SC)
Also ListedRadiology · Vascular & Interventional RadiologyTaxonomy 2085R0204X · License ME17812 (SC)
Also ListedRadiology · Diagnostic UltrasoundTaxonomy 2085U0001X · License ME17812 (SC)
1241 WOODLAND AVENUE, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

Other Identifiers 7

Other300125235Medicare Rr
Other8683SC · Medicare Group
Other1709SC · Medicare Group
Other1138590First Health
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedG001771709SC
Medicare UPING00177
MedicaidT17906SC

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Thomas Childs Puckette 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 ID4284674771
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050504000353
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 Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Thomas Puckette reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Diagnostic Radiology
1241 WOODLAND AVENUE
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 34 clinicians in this Medicare group
Same address
Diagnostic Radiology
1241 WOODLAND AVENUE
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 23 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 82

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.

Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9967
Low osmolar contrast material with 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration is a diagnostic tool used in imaging procedures. It helps to enhance the visibility of specific areas in the body, aiding in accurate diagnosis. It's safe and generally well-tolerated by patients.
1,100 services11 patients
X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
826 services671 patients
Injection, gadobenate dimeglumine (multihance), per ml A9577
Gadobenate Dimeglumine (MultiHance) is a contrast agent used in MRI scans. Injected into your body, it helps to enhance the quality of the images captured during the scan. It aids in highlighting differences between normal and abnormal tissues, making diagnosis easier and more accurate.
450 services45 patients
Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450
A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
354 services334 patients
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 74177
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye, called contrast, is used to make certain areas more visible. This can help identify issues such as infections, tumors, or other abnormalities. The procedure is painless and usually takes about 30 minutes.
187 services184 patients
Screening 3d breast mammography 77063
Screening 3D breast mammography is a procedure that uses low-dose X-rays to create detailed images of the breast. This allows for early detection of any unusual changes or growths. It's a non-invasive, outpatient procedure that typically takes about 30 minutes.
149 services149 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Colleton Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Walterboro, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420030
Location501 Robertson BoulevardWalterboro, SC 29488 · Colleton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Bon Secours-St Francis Xavier Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, SC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420065
Location2095 Henry Tecklenburg DriveCharleston, SC 29414 · Charleston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Trident Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420079
Location9330 Medical Plaza DrCharleston, SC 29406 · Charleston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Roper St Francis Hospital-Berkeley Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Summerville, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420110
Location300 Callen BlvdSummerville, SC 29486 · Dorchester County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

80.24/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality93.17
Improvement Activities40
Cost46.67

Reported Quality Measures

Radiation Consideration for Adult CT: Utilization of Dose Lowering Techniques
Percentage of final reports for patients aged 18 years and older undergoing CT with documentation that one or more of the following dose reduction techniques were used: - Automated exposure control - Adjustment of the mA and/or kV according to patient size -…
100%994 patients
Radiology: Reminder System for Screening Mammograms
Percentage of patients undergoing a screening mammogram whose information is entered into a reminder system with a target due date for the next mammogram
47%121 patients
Radiology: Stenosis Measurement in Carotid Imaging Reports
Percentage of final reports for carotid imaging studies (neck magnetic resonance angiography [MRA], neck computed tomography angiography [CTA], neck duplex ultrasound, carotid angiogram) performed that include direct or indirect reference to measurements of…
100%110 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 15

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

Radiology (Body Imaging)
1241 WOODLAND AVENUE
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC 29464
Radiology (Body Imaging)
1241 WOODLAND AVENUE
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC 29464
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1241 WOODLAND AVENUE
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC 29464
Radiology (Body Imaging)
1241 WOODLAND AVENUE
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC 29464
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1241 WOODLAND AVENUE
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC 29464
Radiology (Body Imaging)
1241 WOODLAND AVENUE
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC 29464
Radiology (Body Imaging)
1241 WOODLAND AVENUE
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC 29464
Radiology (Body Imaging)
1241 WOODLAND AVENUE
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC 29464

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 Thomas Puckette's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Puckette is 1356350144. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 8, 2006.

Where is Thomas Puckette located?

Thomas Puckette practices at 1241 Woodland Avenue, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464. The listed phone number is (843) 824-0606.

What is Thomas Puckette's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Body Imaging, with taxonomy code 2085B0100X.

Is Thomas Puckette enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas Puckette 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Thomas Puckette's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Thomas Puckette reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Charleston Radiologists PA (Mount Pleasant, SC) and Pelican II, LLC (Mount Pleasant, SC). Each 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 Thomas Puckette's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Thomas Puckette accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care and Ambetter of North Carolina list Thomas Puckette 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 Thomas Puckette affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Thomas Puckette is affiliated with Musc Medical Center, Colleton Medical Center, Bon Secours-St Francis Xavier Hospital, Trident Medical Center and Roper St Francis Hospital-Berkeley Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thomas Puckette was last updated on June 26, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 years 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.