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JOHN ROBERT ABSHER M.D.
NPI 1417949751
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Greenville, SC

Active since August 22, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
155 HALTON RD STE B, GREENVILLE, SC 29607(864) 286-8222(864) 286-3356 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 30, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 30, 2021, Oct 24, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About John Robert Absher M.d. NPPES

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

JOHN ROBERT ABSHER M.D. (NPI 1417949751) is an individual neurology provider in Greenville, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (21116) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Greensboro.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417949751
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameJOHN ROBERT ABSHERCredential: M.D.
Location Address155 HALTON RD STE BGreenville, SC 29607-3507
Mailing Address155 Halton Rd Ste BGreenville, SC 29607-3507 · (864) 286-8222 · Fax (864) 286-3356
Phone(864) 286-8222
Fax(864) 286-3356
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateAugust 22, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 30, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 30, 2021
✔ NPI 1417949751 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
Licenses✔ Licensed in SC · 21116✔ Licensed in NC · 35573
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
155 HALTON RD STE B, Greenville, SC 29607
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11200 N Elm StGreensboro, NC 27401-1004 · Phone (336) 832-2820

Other Identifiers 2

Other130021519SC · Railroad Medicare
Medicaid211167SC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC 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 and accepts Medicare assignment

John Robert Absher M.d. 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 ID3779513809
PECOS Enrollment IDI20091106000012, I20210111000792
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 11

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 high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
115 services102 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
108 services76 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
87 services63 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.
80 services72 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
64 services63 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
44 services44 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlotte, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340053
Location200 Hawthorne Lane Box 33549Charlotte, NC 28233 · Mecklenburg County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Seneca, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420009
Location298 Memorial DrSeneca, SC 29672 · Oconee County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Spartanburg, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420033
Location1413 John B White Sr Blvd Suite DSpartanburg, SC 29306 · Spartanburg County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Greenville, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420078
Location701 Grove RoadGreenville, SC 29605 · Greenville County
Birthing friendly

Prisma Health Patewood Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Greenville, SC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420102
Location175 Patewood DriveGreenville, SC 29615 · Greenville County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29607 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
$124.04 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $23.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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

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

ABSHER NEUROLOGY PA
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
155 HALTON RD STE B
GREENVILLE, SC 29607
Greenville County (864) 286-8222

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 Absher's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Absher is 1417949751. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 22, 2005.

Where is John Absher located?

John Absher practices at 155 Halton Rd Ste B, Greenville, SC 29607. The listed phone number is (864) 286-8222.

What is John Absher's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is John Absher enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Absher 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.

What insurance does John Absher accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and InStil Health list John Absher 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 Absher affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Absher is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital and Prisma Health Patewood Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Absher was last updated on September 30, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.