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JULIUS R IVESTER JR. MD
NPI 1609816834
Anesthesiology in Charleston, SC

Active since June 07, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
41.68/100
CMS Quality Rating
125 DOUGHTY ST, STE 420, CHARLESTON, SC 29403(843) 723-3440(843) 805-4040 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 19, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Julius R Ivester Jr. Md NPPES

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

JULIUS R IVESTER JR. MD (NPI 1609816834) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (12379) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Roper Hospital, and is a graduate of Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609816834
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameJULIUS R IVESTER JR.Credential: MD
Location Address125 DOUGHTY ST, STE 420Charleston, SC 29403
Mailing AddressPo Box 22206Charleston, SC 29413-2206 · (843) 723-3441 · Fax (843) 805-4040
Phone(843) 723-3440
Fax(843) 805-4040
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateJune 7, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 19, 2024
NPPES CertifiedMay 19, 2024
✔ NPI 1609816834 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 12379
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
125 DOUGHTY ST, Charleston, SC 29403
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid123798SC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Molina Healthcare.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

Julius R Ivester Jr. 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 ID9335132612
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110531000143
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 7

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.

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.
127 services71 patients
Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance 27096
This procedure involves injecting medicine into the joint where your lower spine meets your hip bone. Using special imaging technology, the doctor ensures the medicine is delivered accurately. This can help reduce pain and inflammation in that area.
53 services30 patients
Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance 62321
This procedure involves injecting a substance into your middle or upper spine canal. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The substance can help diagnose or treat various conditions, providing relief from symptoms.
36 services23 patients
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
33 services17 patients
Ultrasound of heart with probe in esophagus, with report 93312
This procedure, called a transesophageal echocardiogram, uses a small probe passed into your esophagus to capture detailed images of your heart. The report provides information about your heart's structure and function.
19 services19 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Roper Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420087
Location316 Calhoun StCharleston, SC 29401 · Charleston County
Emergency services

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.

41.68/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality26.11
Improvement Activities40
Cost41.08

Reported Quality Measures

Prevention of Central Venous Catheter (CVC) - Related Bloodstream Infections
Percentage of patients, regardless of age, who undergo central venous catheter (CVC) insertion for whom CVC was inserted with all elements of maximal sterile barrier technique, hand hygiene, skin preparation and, if ultrasound is used, sterile ultrasound…
100%30 patients
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 20

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

MRS. ELEANOR CODY RN
Registered Nurse
125 DOUGHTY ST
CHARLESTON, SC 29403
Charleston County (843) 402-1815
CATHERINE K ELLYN MD
Anesthesiology
125 DOUGHTY ST, STE 420
CHARLESTON, SC 29403
Charleston County (843) 723-3441
ROPER SAINT FRANCIS PHYSICIANS NETWORK
Orthopaedic Surgery (Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery)
125 DOUGHTY ST, STE 680
CHARLESTON, SC 29403
Charleston County (843) 789-1850
CHARLESTON PULMONARY ASSOCIATES PA
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
125 DOUGHTY ST, SUITE 200
CHARLESTON, SC 29403
Charleston County (843) 577-6791
JONATHAN W KIRSHTEIN MD
Anesthesiology
125 DOUGHTY ST, STE 420
CHARLESTON, SC 29403
Charleston County (843) 723-3441
CHARLES S HILL MD
Anesthesiology
125 DOUGHTY ST, STE 420
CHARLESTON, SC 29403
Charleston County (843) 723-3441
BRIAN CRAIG MD
Anesthesiology
125 DOUGHTY ST, STE 420
CHARLESTON, SC 29403
Charleston County (843) 723-3441
JOHN DOUGLAS MCDONALD MD
Anesthesiology
125 DOUGHTY ST, STE 420
CHARLESTON, SC 29403
Charleston County (843) 723-3441

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 Julius Ivester's NPI number?

The NPI number for Julius Ivester is 1609816834. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 7, 2006.

Where is Julius Ivester located?

Julius Ivester practices at 125 Doughty St Ste 420, Charleston, SC 29403. The listed phone number is (843) 723-3440.

What is Julius Ivester's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Julius Ivester enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Julius Ivester 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 Julius Ivester accept?

Health plans from Molina Healthcare list Julius Ivester 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 Julius Ivester affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Julius Ivester is affiliated with Roper Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Julius Ivester was last updated on May 19, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.