MARGARET HELEN SIMS M.D.
NPI 1639464951
Internal Medicine in Greenville, SC

Active since June 15, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
877 W FARIS RD STE B, GREENVILLE, SC 29605(645) 226-2258(864) 522-6235 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 6, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 6, 2023, Mar 3, 2023, Jun 12, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

About Margaret Helen Sims M.d. NPPES

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

MARGARET HELEN SIMS M.D. (NPI 1639464951) is an individual internal medicine provider in Greenville, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (33781) and active in the NPI registry since June 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Francis-downtown, and is a graduate of University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639464951
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameMARGARET HELEN SIMSCredential: M.D.
Location Address877 W FARIS RD STE BGreenville, SC 29605-4296
Mailing Address300 E Mcbee Ave Fl 4Greenville, SC 29601-2842 · (864) 522-8603
Fax(864) 522-6235
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Alabama College Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateJune 15, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 6, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 6, 2023
NPI 1639464951 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in SC · 33781
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
877 W FARIS RD STE B, Greenville, SC 29605

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid337816SC

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

Margaret Helen Sims 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 ID9133384761
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140721001805
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 14

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.

Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490
Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.
451 services50 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.
356 services154 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.
196 services127 patients
Management using the results of remote vital sign monitoring per calendar month, first 20 minutes 99457
This service involves reviewing and managing your health data, which is remotely monitored and collected. Your vital signs like heart rate and blood pressure are tracked regularly throughout the month. The first 20 minutes of this data analysis per month is included in this service.
151 services17 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
130 services130 patients
Remote monitoring of physiologic parameters, initial supply of devices with daily recordings or programmed alerts transmission, each 30 days 99454
This service involves using devices to remotely track body functions like heart rate or blood pressure. These devices, provided initially, record data daily or send alerts if readings are abnormal. The service is renewed every 30 days.
115 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

St Francis-Downtown

Acute Care Hospitals · Greenville, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420023
LocationOne St Francis DrGreenville, SC 29601 · Greenville County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Spartanburg, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420033
Location1413 John B White Sr Blvd Suite DSpartanburg, SC 29306 · Spartanburg County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Prisma Health Hillcrest Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Simpsonville, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420037
Location741 South East Main StreetSimpsonville, SC 29681 · Greenville County
Emergency services

Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Greenville, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420078
Location701 Grove RoadGreenville, SC 29605 · Greenville County
Birthing friendly

Prisma Health Patewood Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Greenville, SC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420102
Location175 Patewood DriveGreenville, SC 29615 · Greenville County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29605 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
$124.04 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
8 suppliers16 claims66 services$6.40 avg. paid by Medicare
Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers11 claims36 services$12.20 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$7.37 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers18 claims80 services$1.55 avg. paid by Medicare
Lightweight wheelchair K0003
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$15.52 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 12

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

Family Medicine
877 W FARIS RD STE B
GREENVILLE, SC 29605
Internal Medicine
877 W FARIS RD STE B
GREENVILLE, SC 29605
Internal Medicine
877 W FARIS RD STE B
GREENVILLE, SC 29605
Nurse Practitioner
877 W FARIS RD STE B
GREENVILLE, SC 29605
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
877 W FARIS RD STE B
GREENVILLE, SC 29605
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
877 W FARIS RD STE B
GREENVILLE, SC 29605
Family Medicine
877 W FARIS RD STE B
GREENVILLE, SC 29605
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
877 W FARIS RD STE B
GREENVILLE, SC 29605

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 Margaret Sims's NPI number?

The NPI number for Margaret Sims is 1639464951. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 15, 2011.

Where is Margaret Sims located?

Margaret Sims practices at 877 W Faris Rd Ste B, Greenville, SC 29605. The listed phone number is (645) 226-2258.

What is Margaret Sims's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Margaret Sims enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Margaret Sims 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 Margaret Sims accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and InStil Health list Margaret Sims 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 Margaret Sims affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Margaret Sims is affiliated with St Francis-Downtown, Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Hillcrest Hospital, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital and Prisma Health Patewood Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Margaret Sims was last updated on March 6, 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.