DR. MARY ELIZABETH POSTON M.D.
NPI 1497722367
Internal Medicine in Columbia, SC

Q: What is Mary Poston's NPI number?

The NPI number for Mary Poston is 1497722367. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 1, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Mary Elizabeth Poole M.D..

Q: What is Mary Poston's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Mary Poston was last updated on July 13, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.

Active since March 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

99.32/100

CMS Quality Rating

1801 SUNSET DR, COLUMBIA, SC 29203(803) 540-5444(803) 933-3042 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 13, 2020, Mar 19, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Dr. Mary Elizabeth Poston M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MARY ELIZABETH POSTON M.D. (NPI 1497722367) is an individual internal medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (21863) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, and is a graduate of Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497722367

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. MARY ELIZABETH POSTONCredential: M.D.

Location Address1801 SUNSET DRColumbia, SC 29203-6803

Mailing AddressPo Box 743904Atlanta, GA 30374-3904 · (803) 296-7320 · Fax (803) 296-7330

Phone(803) 540-5444

Fax(803) 933-3042

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSMedical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated 1999

Enumeration DateMarch 1, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 13, 2020

✔ NPI 1497722367 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in SC · 21863

Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

1801 SUNSET DR, Columbia, SC 29203

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Mary Elizabeth Poole M.d.

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid218632SC

Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. Mary Elizabeth Poston 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 ID9830177567

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040709000780

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 13

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.

154 services75 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.

69 services30 patients

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

59 services49 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

55 services55 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.

45 services36 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

31 services27 patients

Hemoglobin a1c level 83036

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.

28 services16 patients

Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008

The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.

25 services24 patients

Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662

The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.

24 services23 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238

Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.

22 services22 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

19 services19 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

12 services11 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Prisma Health Richland Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number420018

Location5 Medical ParkColumbia, SC 29203 · Richland County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Prisma Health Baptist

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number420086

Location1330 Taylor At Marion StColumbia, SC 29220 · Richland County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29203 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.

99.32/100

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

90.59

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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.

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