JOHN BRENTON BUSHKAR MD
NPI 1629561089
Emergency Medicine in Charleston, SC

Active since June 11, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
316 CALHOUN ST, CHARLESTON, SC 29401(843) 724-2010(843) 724-2005 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 23, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 23, 2023, Jun 18, 2018, Jun 11, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About John Brenton Bushkar Md NPPES

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

JOHN BRENTON BUSHKAR MD (NPI 1629561089) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (52630) and active in the NPI registry since June 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Bon Secours-st Francis Xavier Hospital, and is a graduate of Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629561089
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN BRENTON BUSHKARCredential: MD
Location Address316 CALHOUN STCharleston, SC 29401-1125
Mailing AddressPo Box 601495Charlotte, NC 28260-1495 · (843) 789-1620 · Fax (843) 724-2440
Fax(843) 724-2005
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateJune 11, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 23, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 23, 2023
NPI 1629561089 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
Licenses Licensed in SC · 52630 Licensed in SC · LL52630
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
316 CALHOUN ST, Charleston, SC 29401

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

John Brenton Bushkar 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 ID1951726199
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200804003091
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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
263 services263 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
209 services203 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
171 services171 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
33 services33 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Bon Secours-St Francis Xavier Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, SC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420065
Location2095 Henry Tecklenburg DriveCharleston, SC 29414 · Charleston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

Mount Pleasant Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Mount Pleasant, SC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420104
Location3510 Highway 17 North Suite 140Mount Pleasant, SC 29466 · Charleston County
Emergency services

Roper St Francis Hospital-Berkeley Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Summerville, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420110
Location300 Callen BlvdSummerville, SC 29486 · Dorchester County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29401 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
$83.18 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $20.79 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $23.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

Physician Assistant
316 CALHOUN ST
CHARLESTON, SC 29401
Physician Assistant
316 CALHOUN ST
CHARLESTON, SC 29401
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
316 CALHOUN ST
CHARLESTON, SC 29401
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
316 CALHOUN ST
CHARLESTON, SC 29401
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal, Critical Care)
316 CALHOUN ST
CHARLESTON, SC 29401
Internal Medicine
316 CALHOUN ST
CHARLESTON, SC 29401
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
316 CALHOUN ST
CHARLESTON, SC 29401
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
316 CALHOUN ST
CHARLESTON, SC 29401

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 Bushkar's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Bushkar is 1629561089. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 11, 2018.

Where is John Bushkar located?

John Bushkar practices at 316 Calhoun St, Charleston, SC 29401. The listed phone number is (843) 724-2010.

What is John Bushkar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is John Bushkar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Bushkar 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 Bushkar accept?

Health plans from First Choice Next list John Bushkar 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 John Bushkar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Bushkar is affiliated with Bon Secours-St Francis Xavier Hospital, Roper Hospital, Mount Pleasant Hospital and Roper St Francis Hospital-Berkeley Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Bushkar was last updated on January 23, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.