SARA BETH SHIELDS TARWATER
NPI 1447786926
Surgery in Georgetown, SC

Q: What is Sara Shields Tarwater's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sara Shields Tarwater is 1447786926. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 3, 2017.

Q: What is Sara Shields Tarwater's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Active since May 03, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

81.9/100

CMS Quality Rating

1014 HUGER DR, GEORGETOWN, SC 29440(843) 520-8780 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 13, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 13, 2025, Apr 2, 2025, Aug 29, 2023 (3 updates tracked since 2023).

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About Sara Beth Shields Tarwater NPPES

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

SARA BETH SHIELDS TARWATER (NPI 1447786926) is an individual surgery provider in Georgetown, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (90678) and active in the NPI registry since May 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Musc Medical Center, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447786926

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameSARA BETH SHIELDS TARWATER

Location Address1014 HUGER DRGeorgetown, SC 29440-3322

Mailing AddressPo Box 421718Georgetown, SC 29442-4203 · (843) 527-7000

Phone(843) 520-8780

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Alabama College Of MedicineGraduated 2017

Enumeration DateMay 3, 2017

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 13, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedNovember 13, 2025

✔ NPI 1447786926 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

License✔ Licensed in SC · 90678

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

1014 HUGER DR, Georgetown, SC 29440

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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 12200 Crow Ln Ste 303BMyrtle Beach, SC 29577-1663 · Phone (843) 520-8780 · Fax (843) 652-8399

Location 24040 Highway 17 Unit 104Murrells Inlet, SC 29576-5098 · Phone (843) 652-8390 · Fax (843) 652-8399

Location 3606 Black River Rd Ste 301Georgetown, SC 29440-3304 · Phone (843) 652-8390 · Fax (843) 652-8399

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of North Carolina and more.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

Sara Beth Shields Tarwater 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 ID9436526555

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230915000618

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

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

Georgetown Physician Associates, LLC

0.1 mi

Obstetrics & Gynecology

606 BLACK RIVER RD STE 300
Georgetown, SC 29440

Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
266 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1548501976 (843) 546-3132

Musc Community Physicians

101 mi

Internal Medicine

506 NORTH ST
Bamberg, SC 29003

Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
2,389 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1841878006 (803) 245-6290

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 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.

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.

45 services32 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.

30 services23 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221

Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.

25 services25 patients

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.

24 services22 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

22 services19 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.

21 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Georgetown, SC

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number420020

Location606 Black River Rd Drawer 1718Georgetown, SC 29440 · Georgetown County

Emergency services

Grand Strand Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Myrtle Beach, SC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number420085

Location809 82nd ParkwayMyrtle Beach, SC 29572 · Horry County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Murrells Inlet, SC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number420098

Location4070 Hwy 17Murrells Inlet, SC 29576 · Horry County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29440 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

$83.18 typical visit price

range $53.57 – $163.84

Typical copayment $20.79 (range $13.39 – $40.96)

Most-billed visit code 99203

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.

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.

81.9/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

78.76

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

61.73

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

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