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RACHEL ANNETTE HOUCHINS MD
NPI 1528199536
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Columbia, SC

Active since March 08, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
99.32/100
CMS Quality Rating
9 RICHLAND MEDICAL PARK DR STE 450, COLUMBIA, SC 29203(803) 434-8800(803) 434-8802 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 25, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 25, 2018, May 11, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Rachel Annette Houchins Md NPPES

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

RACHEL ANNETTE HOUCHINS MD (NPI 1528199536) is an individual psychiatry provider in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (26964) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Columbia.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1528199536
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameRACHEL ANNETTE HOUCHINSCredential: MD
Location Address9 RICHLAND MEDICAL PARK DR STE 450Columbia, SC 29203-6859
Mailing AddressPo Box 743904Atlanta, GA 30374-3904 · (803) 296-7320 · Fax (803) 296-7330
Phone(803) 434-8800
Fax(803) 434-8802
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSEast Tennessee State University Quillen College Of MedicineGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateMarch 8, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 25, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1528199536 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 · 26964
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.
9 RICHLAND MEDICAL PARK DR STE 450, Columbia, SC 29203
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13555 Harden Street Ext, 15 Medical Park,Suite 141Columbia, SC 29203-6894 · Phone (803) 434-4300 · Fax (803) 434-4351

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid269649SC

Accepted Insurance

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

Rachel Annette Houchins Md 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 ID7618046335
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080521000565
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 4

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.
62 services29 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.
22 services14 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.
18 services18 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.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

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
$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.

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
Quality90.59
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

MRS. SARAH PARTIN JOHN PA
Physician Assistant
9 RICHLAND MEDICAL PARK DR STE 450
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Richland County (803) 434-8002
PALMETTO HEALTH - UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA MEDICAL GROUP
Surgery (Trauma Surgery)
9 RICHLAND MEDICAL PARK DR STE 450
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Richland County (803) 434-8800
CHRISTOPHER MADISON WATSON M.D.
Surgery
9 RICHLAND MEDICAL PARK DR STE 450
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Richland County (803) 434-8800

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 Rachel Houchins's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rachel Houchins is 1528199536. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 8, 2007.

Where is Rachel Houchins located?

Rachel Houchins practices at 9 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 450, Columbia, SC 29203. The listed phone number is (803) 434-8800.

What is Rachel Houchins's specialty?

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

Is Rachel Houchins enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rachel Houchins 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 Rachel Houchins accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Providence Health Plan and UnitedHealthcare list Rachel Houchins 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 Rachel Houchins affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rachel Houchins is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rachel Houchins was last updated on September 25, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.