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DR. ERNEST ETCHEGARAY MURRAY VI M.D.
NPI 1689969198
Hospitalist in Charleston, SC

Active since June 13, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
169 ASHLEY AVE, CHARLESTON, SC 29425(843) 792-2300 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 22, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 22, 2020, Nov 7, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Ernest Etchegaray Murray Vi M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ERNEST ETCHEGARAY MURRAY VI M.D. (NPI 1689969198) is an individual hospitalist provider in Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (33650) and active in the NPI registry since June 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Musc Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689969198
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ERNEST ETCHEGARAY MURRAY VICredential: M.D.
Location Address169 ASHLEY AVECharleston, SC 29425-8908
Mailing AddressPo Box 751461Charlotte, NC 28275-1461 · (843) 792-6200
Phone(843) 792-2300
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Carolina School Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateJune 13, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 22, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 22, 2020
✔ NPI 1689969198 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 33650
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MMD.33650 LL (SC)
169 ASHLEY AVE, Charleston, SC 29425
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, First Choice Next.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

Dr. Ernest Etchegaray Murray Vi 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 ID6305064668
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140827002984
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 6

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
133 services68 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
101 services56 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
96 services51 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
41 services41 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
25 services25 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Musc Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number420004
Location169 Ashley AveCharleston, SC 29425 · Charleston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Musc Health Chester Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Chester, SC
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420019
Location1 Medical Park DriveChester, SC 29706 · Chester County
Emergency services

Musc Health Marion Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Mullins, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number420055
Location2829 E Hwy 76Mullins, SC 29574 · Marion County
Emergency services

Hampton Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Varnville, SC
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420072
Location595 West Carolina AvenueVarnville, SC 29944 · Hampton County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29425 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.

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.

MR. BRUCE ALAN REEVES PT
Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)
169 ASHLEY AVE, ROOM, 3SW WING
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Charleston County (843) 792-3481
KRISTINA CALAMIA
Health and Wellness Coach
169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Charleston County (843) 792-3881
EMILY MCGILL MD
Anesthesiology
169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Charleston County (843) 792-2185
PAIGE WOODHAM M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
169 ASHLEY AVE, ROOM 202 MAIN HOSPITAL MSC333
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Charleston County (843) 792-1086
KATIE FLOWER M.D.
Surgery
169 ASHLEY AVE, ROOM 202 MAIN HOSPITAL
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Charleston County (216) 385-5459
JENNIE HYEJIN KWON MD
Surgery
169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Charleston County (843) 792-3072
DR. BRIAN ELLIS JACOBS MD
Surgery
169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Charleston County (843) 792-1414
HANNAH ELIZABETH PRESSLER
Internal Medicine
169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Charleston County (843) 754-7275

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 Ernest Murray's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ernest Murray is 1689969198. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 13, 2011.

Where is Ernest Murray located?

Ernest Murray practices at 169 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425. The listed phone number is (843) 792-2300.

What is Ernest Murray's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Ernest Murray enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ernest Murray 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 Ernest Murray accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and First Choice Next list Ernest Murray 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 Ernest Murray affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ernest Murray is affiliated with Musc Medical Center, Musc Health Chester Medical Center, Musc Health Marion Medical Center and Hampton Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ernest Murray was last updated on October 22, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.