THOMAS BROTHERS MD
NPI 1619081197
Surgery - Vascular Surgery in Charleston, SC

NPI Status: Active since August 19, 2006

Contact Information

171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC
ZIP 29425
Phone: (843) 792-1414

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Years of Experience 43
  • Surgery
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Accepts Insurance
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About THOMAS BROTHERS

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Thomas Brothers, a provider established in Charleston, South Carolina with a medical specialization in Surgery, focusing in vascular surgery and more than 43 years of experience. He graduated from University Of Michigan Medical School in 1983. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1619081197 assigned on August 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 2086S0129X with license number 15429 (SC). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 6 years ago.

NPI
1619081197
Provider Name
THOMAS BROTHERS MD
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
171 ASHLEY AVE CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Location Phone
(843) 792-1414
Mailing Address
PO BOX 751461 CHARLOTTE, NC 28275
Mailing Phone
(843) 792-6200
Medical School Name
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN MEDICAL SCHOOL
Graduation Year
1983
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
08-19-2006
Last Update Date
10-08-2020
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Surgery Vascular Surgery

Taxonomy Code
2086S0129X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
15429
License State
SC
Taxonomy Description
A surgeon with expertise in the management of surgical disorders of the blood vessels, excluding the intracranial vessels or the heart.

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Blue Beaufort Bronze 1 - HMO
  • Blue Beaufort Bronze 2 - HMO
  • Blue Beaufort Gold 1 - HMO
  • Blue Beaufort Silver 1 - HMO
  • Blue Beaufort Silver 2 - HMO
  • Blue Beaufort Silver 2 + Adult Vision - HMO
  • Blue Beaufort Standard Expanded Bronze - HMO
  • Blue Beaufort Standard Gold - HMO
  • Blue Beaufort Standard Silver - HMO
  • Blue Congaree Bronze 1 - HMO
  • Blue Congaree Bronze 2 - HMO
  • Blue Congaree Gold 1 - HMO
  • Blue Congaree Silver 1 - HMO
  • Blue Congaree Silver 2 - HMO
  • Blue Congaree Silver 2 + Adult Vision - HMO
  • Blue Congaree Standard Expanded Bronze - HMO
  • Blue Congaree Standard Gold - HMO
  • Blue Congaree Standard Silver - HMO
  • Blue Cooper Bronze 1 - HMO
  • Blue Cooper Bronze 2 - HMO
  • First Choice Next Bronze Essential - HMO
  • First Choice Next Bronze Premier - HMO
  • First Choice Next Bronze Signature - HMO
  • First Choice Next Gold Premier - HMO
  • First Choice Next Gold Signature - HMO
  • First Choice Next Silver Essential - HMO
  • First Choice Next Silver Premier - HMO
  • First Choice Next Silver Signature - HMO
  • Molina Gold Core 1640 - HMO
  • Molina Gold Core 1640 Plus with Adult Dental and Vision - HMO
  • Molina Gold Core 1640 Plus with Adult Vision - HMO
  • Molina Gold Standard - HMO
  • Molina Gold Value - HMO
  • Molina Gold Value Plus with Adult Dental and Vision - HMO
  • Molina Gold Value Plus with Adult Vision - HMO
  • Molina Silver Core - HMO
  • Molina Silver Core Plus with Adult Dental and Vision - HMO
  • Molina Silver Core Plus with Adult Vision - HMO
  • Molina Silver Saver - HMO
  • Molina Silver Standard - HMO

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.

Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
TL4742MEDICAID (05)SC 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Thomas Brothers is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Thomas Brothers is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • PECOS PAC ID: 8729039383

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20050201000907

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes

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.

This service was performed 121 times for 103 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

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.

This service was performed 28 times for 27 patients

Leg revascularization (restoring blood flow)

Leg revascularization is a procedure aimed at restoring proper blood flow to your legs. It's often needed when blood vessels in your legs are blocked or narrowed. The process may involve surgery or less invasive methods to remove or bypass blockages, helping to alleviate pain and prevent serious complications.

This service was performed for 11 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes

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.

This service was performed 15 times for 15 patients

Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow

An ultrasound of the head and neck blood flow is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of blood vessels. It helps detect abnormalities like blockages or clots, ensuring optimal blood flow.

This service was performed 120 times for 118 patients

Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow

An ultrasound of the head and neck blood flow is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of blood vessels. It helps detect abnormalities like blockages or clots, ensuring optimal blood flow.

This service was performed 63 times for 63 patients

Ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts

An ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses high-frequency sound waves to capture live images from inside your body, specifically your leg arteries or grafts. This helps in detecting any blockages or abnormalities.

This service was performed 25 times for 24 patients

Ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts

An ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses high-frequency sound waves to capture live images from inside your body, specifically your leg arteries or grafts. This helps in detecting any blockages or abnormalities.

This service was performed 11 times for 11 patients

Ultrasound of one arm arteries or artery grafts

An ultrasound of arm arteries or artery grafts is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses sound waves to create pictures of the arteries in your arm or of an artery graft. This helps to check blood flow and identify any blockages or abnormalities. It's painless and safe.

This service was performed 18 times for 17 patients

Ultrasound of one leg arteries or artery grafts

An ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts is a non-invasive test using sound waves to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors assess blood flow, identify blockages, and monitor the health of grafts.

This service was performed 25 times for 22 patients

Ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries

An ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your arteries. It helps in checking blood flow, identifying blockages, or detecting other abnormalities in your arteries.

This service was performed 99 times for 90 patients

Ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries

An ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your arteries. It helps in checking blood flow, identifying blockages, or detecting other abnormalities in your arteries.

This service was performed 56 times for 52 patients

Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers

An ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your veins. This helps identify blood clots or other vein problems. During the procedure, pressure is applied to the veins and certain movements are performed to assess blood flow.

This service was performed 166 times for 149 patients

Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers

An ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your veins. This helps identify blood clots or other vein problems. During the procedure, pressure is applied to the veins and certain movements are performed to assess blood flow.

This service was performed 19 times for 19 patients

Ultrasound study of one arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers

This is a non-invasive procedure using sound waves to visualize veins in an arm or leg. It involves applying gentle pressure and performing certain movements. It helps identify any abnormal blood flow or clots, ensuring vascular health.

This service was performed 133 times for 128 patients

Ultrasound study of one arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers

This is a non-invasive procedure using sound waves to visualize veins in an arm or leg. It involves applying gentle pressure and performing certain movements. It helps identify any abnormal blood flow or clots, ensuring vascular health.

This service was performed 61 times for 59 patients

Physician Visit Costs



The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $20.79 for a new patient copayment and $16.78 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 29425 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203

  • Average New Patient Price $83.18
  • Minimum New Patient Price $53.57
  • Maximum New Patient Price $163.84
  • Average New Patient Copayment $20.79
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.39
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $40.96

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213

  • Average Established Patient Price $67.12
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $16.96
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $133.52
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $16.78
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.24
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $33.38

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges

Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.

Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Thomas Brothers is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

Hospital Name Address Phone Hospital Type Overall Rating
MUSC MEDICAL CENTER169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
(843) 792-2300Acute Care Hospitals

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1619081197, we treat the final digit (7) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 63. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 63 = 7).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
6
Unchanged
Pos 3
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 4
9
Unchanged
Pos 5
0
Doubled → 0
Pos 6
8
Unchanged
Pos 7
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 8
1
Unchanged
Pos 9
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Check
7
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 1 → 2 0 → 0 1 → 2 9 → 18 → 9

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 6 + 2 + 9 + 0 + 8 + 2 + 1 + 1 + 8 + 24 = 63

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 63 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 63 = 7
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 7, which matches the last digit of 1619081197.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 20 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Physician Assistant
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Emergency Medicine
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CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Otolaryngology
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Neurological Surgery
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Radiology (Neuroradiology)
171 ASHLEY AVE
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Pharmacist (Pharmacotherapy)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Internal Medicine
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Social Worker (Clinical)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Pediatrics (Pediatric Gastroenterology)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Obstetrics & Gynecology
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
171 ASHLEY AVE, MSC 622
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Surgery (Surgical Critical Care)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Orthopaedic Surgery (Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Midwife
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1619081197, enumerated as an "individual" on August 19, 2006.

The provider is located at 171 ASHLEY AVE CHARLESTON, SC 29425 and the phone number is (843) 792-1414.

Surgery with taxonomy code 2086S0129X and a focus in Vascular Surgery.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, First. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Thomas Brothers is affiliated with: MUSC MEDICAL CENTER.