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DR. HEWATT M SIMS MD
NPI 1386653061
Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine in Douglas, GA

Active since August 05, 2006PECOS Enrolled
100 DOCTORS DR STE F, DOUGLAS, GA 31533(912) 383-6575(912) 383-6476 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 13, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Hewatt M Sims Md NPPES

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

DR. HEWATT M SIMS MD (NPI 1386653061) is an individual orthopaedic surgery of the spine provider in Douglas, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (048965) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Coffee Regional Medical Center, Inc, and is a graduate of Mercer University School Of Medicine (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386653061
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XS0117X
Provider Legal NameDR. HEWATT M SIMSCredential: MD
Location Address100 DOCTORS DR STE FDouglas, GA 31533-2211
Mailing Address100 Doctors Dr, Ste IDouglas, GA 31533
Phone(912) 383-6575
Fax(912) 383-6476
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMercer University School Of MedicineGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateAugust 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 13, 2017
✔ NPI 1386653061 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Orthopaedic Surgery of the SpineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XS0117X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 048965
Definition
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic surgeons of the spine deal with the evaluation and nonoperative and operative treatment of the full spectrum of primary spinal disorders including trauma, degenerative, deformity, tumor, and reconstructive.
Also ListedOrthopaedic SurgeryTaxonomy 207X00000X · License 048965 (GA)
100 DOCTORS DR STE F, Douglas, GA 31533
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid368937772CGA
Other048965GA · Medical License
Medicare UPINH64095GA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Hewatt M Sims Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID5294770061
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050622000665
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 8

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
127 services102 patients
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views 72100
An X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back area, including the tailbone. This procedure helps in identifying problems like fractures, infections, or deformities. 2-3 different angle views provide a comprehensive picture.
86 services69 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.
66 services58 patients
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views 72040
An X-ray of the upper spine, with 2-3 views, is a painless procedure that employs a small amount of radiation to capture images of your neck and upper back. It assists in diagnosing conditions like arthritis, fractures, or spinal deformities.
39 services26 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.
28 services28 patients
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.
26 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Coffee Regional Medical Center, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Douglas, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110089
Location1101 Ocilla RoadDouglas, GA 31533 · Coffee County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tift Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Tifton, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110095
Location901 E 18th StreetTifton, GA 31793 · Tift 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.

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
11%716 patients1/55-star benchmark: 92%
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
Percentage of patients with referrals, regardless of age, for which the referring provider receives a report from the provider to whom the patient was referred
42%1,243 patients2/55-star benchmark: 95%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
9%1,267 patients1/55-star benchmark: 85%
Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
80%46 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%5,206 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
95%1,162 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
71%1,991 patients4/55-star benchmark: 88%
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%949 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.
85%2,235 patients4/55-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
15%698 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…
24%2,081 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 95% · 2,178 patients
Patients tobacco: 80% · 201 patients
87%1,235 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Screening & Brief Counseling
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for unhealthy alcohol use using a systematic screening method at least once within the last 24 months AND who received brief counseling if identified as an unhealthy alcohol user
82%1,238 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
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…
56%2,235 patients3/55-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…
4%2,235 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.
21%2,235 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
1 supplier13 claims13 services$69.72 avg. paid by Medicare
Lumbar-sacral orthosis, sagittal-coronal control, rigid shell(s)/panel(s), posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to t-9 vertebra, anterior extends from symphysis pubis to xyphoid, produces intracavitary pressure to reduce load on the intervertebral discs, overall strength is provided by overlapping rigid material and stabilizing closures, includes straps, closures, may include soft interface, pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L0651
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF007N
1 supplier14 claims14 services$905.96 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

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

DR. KENNETH P DEPERSIO MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
100 DOCTORS DR STE F
DOUGLAS, GA 31533
Coffee County (912) 383-6575

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 Hewatt Sims's NPI number?

The NPI number for Hewatt Sims is 1386653061. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 5, 2006.

Where is Hewatt Sims located?

Hewatt Sims practices at 100 Doctors Dr Ste F, Douglas, GA 31533. The listed phone number is (912) 383-6575.

What is Hewatt Sims's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine, with taxonomy code 207XS0117X.

Is Hewatt Sims enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Hewatt Sims is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Hewatt Sims accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 1 other insurer list Hewatt Sims 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 Hewatt Sims affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Hewatt Sims is affiliated with Coffee Regional Medical Center, Inc and Tift Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Hewatt Sims was last updated on September 13, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.