RICARDO JOSE FERMO MD
NPI 1386752236
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Charleston, SC

Active since August 29, 2006Opted out of Medicare · through Jan 1, 2027
171 ASHLEY AVE, CHARLESTON, SC 29425(843) 792-1414 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Ricardo Jose Fermo Md NPPES

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

RICARDO JOSE FERMO MD (NPI 1386752236) is an individual psychiatry provider in Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (18143) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He has opted out of Medicare through January 1, 2027 and remains eligible to order and refer.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386752236
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameRICARDO JOSE FERMOCredential: MD
Location Address171 ASHLEY AVECharleston, SC 29425-0001
Mailing AddressPo Box 751461Charlotte, NC 28275-1461 · (843) 792-1414
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateAugust 29, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
NPI 1386752236 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License Licensed in SC · 18143
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
171 ASHLEY AVE, Charleston, SC 29425

Other Identifiers 3

MedicaidT21081SC
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedF96479SC
Medicare UPINF96479

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Opted out of Medicare

Ricardo Jose Fermo Md has filed a Medicare opt-out affidavit. Services are provided under private contract between the provider and the patient, and are not billed to or reimbursed by Medicare. The opt-out is on file from January 1, 2013 through January 1, 2027.

Opt-Out Effective DateJanuary 1, 2013
Opt-Out In Effect ThroughJanuary 1, 2027Opt-out affidavits renew automatically every two years unless cancelled
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesAn opted-out provider can still order and refer for Medicare patients in the categories marked above, even though their own services are not covered.

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29425 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.

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.

Allergy & Immunology
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Ophthalmology
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Social Worker
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Radiology (Pediatric Radiology)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Nurse Practitioner
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Ophthalmology
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425

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 Ricardo Fermo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ricardo Fermo is 1386752236. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 29, 2006.

Where is Ricardo Fermo located?

Ricardo Fermo practices at 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425. The listed phone number is (843) 792-1414.

What is Ricardo Fermo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Ricardo Fermo enrolled in Medicare?

No. Ricardo Fermo has opted out of Medicare through January 1, 2027. Care is provided under private contracts, and Medicare does not pay for services furnished by providers who have opted out. The provider remains eligible to order and refer services for Medicare patients.

What insurance does Ricardo Fermo accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina list Ricardo Fermo 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ricardo Fermo was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.