EZRA B RIBER M.D.
NPI 1487610697
Pain Medicine - Interventional Pain Medicine in Columbia, SC

Q: What is Ezra Riber's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ezra Riber is 1487610697. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 25, 2006.

Q: What is Ezra Riber's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ezra Riber was last updated on January 14, 2011. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since April 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

100/100

CMS Quality Rating

1655 BERNARDIN AVE, SUITE 240, COLUMBIA, SC 29204(803) 779-3263(803) 779-3207 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 14, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

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About Ezra B Riber M.d. NPPES

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

EZRA B RIBER M.D. (NPI 1487610697) is an individual interventional pain medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (13894) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487610697

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208VP0014X

Provider Legal NameEZRA B RIBERCredential: M.D.

Location Address1655 BERNARDIN AVE, SUITE 240Columbia, SC 29204-2044

Mailing AddressPo Box 198978Atlanta, GA 30384-8978 · (803) 779-3263 · Fax (803) 779-3207

Phone(803) 779-3263

Fax(803) 779-3207

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Cincinnati College Of MedicineGraduated 1998

Enumeration DateApril 25, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 14, 2011

✔ NPI 1487610697 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208VP0014X

License✔ Licensed in SC · 13894

Definition

Interventional Pain Medicine is the discipline of medicine devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of pain and related disorders principally with the application of interventional techniques in managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, independently or in conjunction with other modalities of treatment.

1655 BERNARDIN AVE, Columbia, SC 29204

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Other Identifiers 4

Other050076865SC · Railroad Medicare

Medicare UPINB91429SC

Medicaid138942SC

Medicare PINB914290281SC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ezra B Riber 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 ID8820098098

PECOS Enrollment IDI20070111000551

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 21

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 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.

530 services189 patients

Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers 80307

Chemistry analyzers are used to detect the presence of drugs in your system. This test involves taking a small sample of your blood or urine. The sample is then analyzed for specific substances. The results help in understanding your health condition better.

302 services148 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.

217 services103 patients

Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms G0481

A definitive drug test is a detailed analysis used to identify specific drugs in your system. It uses advanced techniques, such as gc/ms and lc/ms, to detect and distinguish between different drugs, even those with similar structures.

209 services104 patients

Evaluation of neuropsychological test, first hour 96132

An evaluation of neuropsychological tests is a process to assess your brain's function. It involves tasks designed to measure cognitive abilities such as memory, attention, problem-solving, and language skills. The first hour involves initial testing and observation.

137 services84 patients

Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test by technician, first 30 minutes 96138

This procedure involves a trained technician administering a psychological or neuropsychological test. It's a process that assesses your mental function and behavior. The initial session will last 30 minutes. The aim is to understand your cognitive abilities better.

137 services84 patients

Evaluation of psychological test, first hour 96130

This procedure involves a professional assessing your mental health using standardized tests. It's the initial hour of a process that helps understand your emotional well-being and cognitive abilities. It's completely non-invasive and confidential.

136 services84 patients

Alcohol and/or substance (other than tobacco) misuse structured assessment (e.g., audit, dast), and brief intervention 15 to 30 minutes G0396

This service involves a structured evaluation of your alcohol or substance use habits. It identifies potential issues and provides brief counseling to help modify harmful behaviors. It's a short, 15-30 minute process, focused on promoting healthier choices.

135 services83 patients

A definitive drug test is a detailed examination that can identify specific drugs in your system, even closely related ones. Techniques like GC/MS and LC/MS are used for high precision. This helps ensure accurate results for your safety and health.

90 services56 patients

Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490

Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.

66 services16 patients

Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems 96127

Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems involves a thorough evaluation of your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. It's a process where professionals study patterns over time to identify potential issues like anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions.

65 services64 patients

Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99439

Chronic Care Management services involve regular check-ins with healthcare professionals to manage two or more chronic conditions. It includes an additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time per month, directed by a healthcare professional, to ensure optimal health management.

57 services14 patients

Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702

This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.

41 services19 patients

Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg J1885

Ketorolac tromethamine is a medication administered through injection, often used to manage moderate to severe pain. Each 15 mg dose helps to reduce hormones causing inflammation and pain in the body. It is not recommended for long-term use.

39 services20 patients

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301

Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.

39 services18 patients

Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444

An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.

37 services37 patients

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.

30 services24 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

21 services15 patients

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.

21 services15 patients

A definitive drug test identifies specific drugs in your system. It uses advanced methods like gc/ms and lc/ms, which can distinguish between different types of drugs but not necessarily their 3D forms. This test offers detailed results to support your healthcare decisions.

15 services12 patients

Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.

13 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29204 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.

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.

100/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing

99%2,356 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information

93%936 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

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

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

Dynamic adjustable knee extension / flexion device, includes soft interface material E1810

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier13 claims13 services$65.24 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 18

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

JEROME M. DAVIS MD

Anesthesiology

1655 BERNARDIN AVE, SUITE 350
COLUMBIA, SC 29204

Richland County (803) 865-4780

ASHRAF ALI CHATTHA M.D.

Internal Medicine (Nephrology)

1655 BERNARDIN AVE, SUITE 200
COLUMBIA, SC 29204

Richland County (803) 256-1137

PROVIDENCE PULMONARY SPECIALISTS, LLC

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

1655 BERNARDIN AVE, SUITE 350
COLUMBIA, SC 29204

Richland County (803) 256-7575

PALMETTO CARDIOLOGY ASSOCIATES, PA

Specialist

1655 BERNARDIN AVE, SUITE 300
COLUMBIA, SC 29204

Richland County (803) 252-6644

ROBERT BRIAN HUFF MD

Ophthalmology

1655 BERNARDIN AVE, THE EYE CENTER PA STE 100
COLUMBIA, SC 29204

Richland County (803) 256-0641

DR. STEPHEN HARMES HUMPHREY M.D.

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

1655 BERNARDIN AVE, SUITE 220
COLUMBIA, SC 29204

Richland County (803) 254-5038

MR. DONALD SCOTT GRIFFIN PA-C

Physician Assistant (Medical)

1655 BERNARDIN AVE, SUITE 220
COLUMBIA, SC 29204

Richland County (803) 254-5038

MUHAMMAD MUHAMMAD ISLAM MD

Internal Medicine (Nephrology)

1655 BERNARDIN AVE, SUITE 200
COLUMBIA, SC 29204

Richland County (803) 256-1137

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 Ezra Riber's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ezra Riber is 1487610697. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 25, 2006.

Where is Ezra Riber located?

Ezra Riber practices at 1655 Bernardin Ave Suite 240, Columbia, SC 29204. The listed phone number is (803) 779-3263.

What is Ezra Riber's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Is Ezra Riber enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ezra Riber 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 Ezra Riber accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and UnitedHealthcare list Ezra Riber 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 Ezra Riber was last updated on January 14, 2011. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.