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MR. CHRISTOPHER FRANCIS BUTHORN RPA-C
NPI 1538460506
Physician Assistant - Surgical in Myrtle Beach, SC

Active since November 08, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.25/100
CMS Quality Rating
5046 HIGHWAY 17 BYP S STE 103, MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29588(843) 668-4104(843) 668-4108 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 18, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 04, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 18, 2018, Mar 17, 2018, Aug 9, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Mr. Christopher Francis Buthorn Rpa-c NPPES

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

MR. CHRISTOPHER FRANCIS BUTHORN RPA-C (NPI 1538460506) is an individual surgical provider in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (2531) and active in the NPI registry since November 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Charleston, and is a graduate of Other (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538460506
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363AS0400X
Provider Legal NameMR. CHRISTOPHER FRANCIS BUTHORNCredential: RPA-C
Location Address5046 HIGHWAY 17 BYP S STE 103Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
Mailing Address35 Green Pond Rd Ste CRockaway, NJ 07866-2057 · (973) 625-0600
Phone(843) 668-4104
Fax(843) 668-4108
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateNovember 8, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateJune 18, 20183 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1538460506 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician Assistant · SurgicalPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363AS0400X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 2531
5046 HIGHWAY 17 BYP S STE 103, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11364 Ashley River RdCharleston, SC 29407-5347 · Phone (843) 556-8886 · Fax (843) 556-8850

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

Mr. Christopher Francis Buthorn Rpa-c 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 ID2961684634
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180411002102
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 10

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.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
865 services121 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.
375 services231 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
203 services145 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
180 services146 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
111 services111 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
96 services69 patients

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.

97.25/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality95
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Advance Care Plan
63%636 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Immunizations for Adolescents
Patients HPV: 51% · 72 patients
Patients meningococcal: 58% · 72 patients
Patients Tdap: 64% · 72 patients
46%72 patients
Melanoma: Continuity of Care - Recall System
100%54 patients
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 91% · 1,215 patients
Patients screened: 97% · 1,215 patients
33%112 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
97%1,147 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Tobacco Use and Help with Quitting Among Adolescents
100%535 patients5/55-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.

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.

HISHAM IBRAHIM BASSIOUNI PAC
Physician Assistant
5046 HIGHWAY 17 BYP S STE 103
MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29588
Horry County (843) 668-4104
MR. MATTHEW JANOWICZ
Physician Assistant
5046 HIGHWAY 17 BYP S STE 103
MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29588
Horry County (843) 668-4104
ASHLEY G PARKER FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
5046 HIGHWAY 17 BYP S STE 103
MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29588
Horry County (843) 668-4104

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 Christopher Buthorn's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Buthorn is 1538460506. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 8, 2010.

Where is Christopher Buthorn located?

Christopher Buthorn practices at 5046 Highway 17 Byp S Ste 103, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588. The listed phone number is (843) 668-4104.

What is Christopher Buthorn's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant, specializing in Surgical, with taxonomy code 363AS0400X.

Is Christopher Buthorn enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Buthorn 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 Christopher Buthorn accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Molina Healthcare and UnitedHealthcare list Christopher Buthorn 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 Christopher Buthorn was last updated on June 18, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.