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JOHN VERNON CUSTER M.D.
NPI 1578679452
Specialist in Charleston, SC

Active since August 22, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1 POSTON RD, SUITE 145, CHARLESTON, SC 29407(843) 556-4157(843) 763-8747 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About John Vernon Custer M.d. NPPES

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

JOHN VERNON CUSTER M.D. (NPI 1578679452) is an individual specialist in Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (15084) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578679452
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy174400000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN VERNON CUSTERCredential: M.D.
Location Address1 POSTON RD, SUITE 145Charleston, SC 29407-3424
Mailing Address1 Poston Rd, Suite 145Charleston, SC 29407-3424 · (843) 556-4157 · Fax (843) 763-8747
Phone(843) 556-4157
Fax(843) 763-8747
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Kentucky College Of MedicineGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateAugust 22, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1578679452 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySpecialistOther Service Providers
Taxonomy Code174400000X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 15084
Definition
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
1 POSTON RD, Charleston, SC 29407
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINF45976SC
Medicaid150847SC

Accepted Insurance

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

John Vernon Custer 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 ID3476727140
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111114000872
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 5

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.

Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes 90833
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 30-minute session where a mental health professional talks with you about your concerns and feelings. They assess your mental health, provide support, and manage your treatment plan to help improve your well-being.
132 services41 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.
116 services43 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
81 services33 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.
39 services23 patients
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional 99211
This service involves an outpatient visit for established patients who may not need direct interaction with a healthcare professional. It could include reviewing test results, monitoring existing conditions, or adjusting treatment plans. It's typically done remotely, ensuring your comfort and convenience.
23 services12 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

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

CHRISTINE REINEKE BACHMANN PSY.D.
Psychologist (Clinical)
1 POSTON RD, SUITE 145
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Charleston County (843) 556-4157
ERICKA STRICKLIN-PARKER PSY.D.
Psychologist (Clinical)
1 POSTON RD, SUITE 145
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Charleston County (843) 556-4157
JOHN V. CUSTER, M.D., L.L.C.
Specialist
1 POSTON RD, SUITE 145
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Charleston County (843) 556-4157
BEHAVIORAL SYSTEMS, L.L.C.
Psychologist
1 POSTON RD, SUITE 145
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Charleston County (843) 556-4157
DAVID J. FUNSCH, M.D. PA
Specialist
1 POSTON RD, SUITE 145
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Charleston County (843) 556-4157
DAVID J. FUNSCH, MD. PA.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1 POSTON RD, PARKSHORE CENTRE, SUITE 145
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Charleston County (843) 556-4157
MARK ALAN MCCLAIN PH.D.
Psychologist (Counseling)
1 POSTON RD, SUITE 145
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Charleston County (843) 556-4157
CASHTON BLAINE SPIVEY PH.D.
Psychologist
1 POSTON RD, SUITE 145
CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Charleston County (843) 556-4157

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 John Custer's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Custer is 1578679452. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 22, 2006.

Where is John Custer located?

John Custer practices at 1 Poston Rd Suite 145, Charleston, SC 29407. The listed phone number is (843) 556-4157.

What is John Custer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X.

Is John Custer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Custer 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 John Custer accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Providence Health Plan and UnitedHealthcare list John Custer 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 John Custer was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.