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JOHN B MCELHINNEY
NPI 1710165550
Physician Assistant in Southport, NC

Active since February 04, 2008PECOS Enrolled
902 N HOWE ST, SOUTHPORT, NC 28461(910) 332-3800 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 29, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 29, 2026, Mar 10, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About John B Mcelhinney NPPES

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

JOHN B MCELHINNEY (NPI 1710165550) is an individual physician assistant in Southport, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (0010-03810) and active in the NPI registry since February 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sampson Regional Medical Center, and maintains 5 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710165550
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN B MCELHINNEY
Location Address902 N HOWE STSouthport, NC 28461-3038
Mailing Address2716 Ashton DrWilmington, NC 28412-2489 · (910) 332-3800
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateFebruary 4, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 29, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 29, 2026
NPI 1710165550 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in NC · 0010-03810
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
902 N HOWE ST, Southport, NC 28461

Secondary Practice Locations 5

Location 1501 S Poplar StElizabethtown, NC 28337-9375 · Phone (910) 862-5100
Location 2215 Brightwater DrLillington, NC 27546-5156 · Phone (910) 892-1000
Location 3800 Tilghman DrDunn, NC 28334-5510 · Phone (910) 892-1000
Location 41638 Owen DrFayetteville, NC 28304-3424 · Phone (910) 615-4000
Location 5417B Vance StClinton, NC 28328-4001 · Phone (910) 615-6949 · Fax (910) 615-9761

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 B Mcelhinney 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 ID8628039039
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130327000562
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 4

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, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
456 services34 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.
97 services63 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
51 services37 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
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.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Sampson Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Clinton, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340024
Location607 Beaman StClinton, NC 28328 · Sampson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Fayetteville, NC
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340028
Location1638 Owen Drive P O Box 2000Fayetteville, NC 28302 · Cumberland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Betsy Johnson Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Dunn, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340071
Location800 Tilghman DrDunn, NC 28334 · Harnett County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28461 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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 10

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

Physical Therapist
902 N HOWE ST
SOUTHPORT, NC 28461
Orthopaedic Surgery
902 N HOWE ST
SOUTHPORT, NC 28461
Physician Assistant
902 N HOWE ST
SOUTHPORT, NC 28461
Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)
902 N HOWE ST
SOUTHPORT, NC 28461
Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)
902 N HOWE ST
SOUTHPORT, NC 28461
Physician Assistant
902 N HOWE ST
SOUTHPORT, NC 28461
Orthopaedic Surgery
902 N HOWE ST
SOUTHPORT, NC 28461
Orthopaedic Surgery
902 N HOWE ST
SOUTHPORT, NC 28461

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 Mcelhinney's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Mcelhinney is 1710165550. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 4, 2008.

Where is John Mcelhinney located?

John Mcelhinney practices at 902 N Howe St, Southport, NC 28461. The listed phone number is (910) 332-3800.

What is John Mcelhinney's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is John Mcelhinney enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Mcelhinney 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 Mcelhinney accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and UnitedHealthcare list John Mcelhinney 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 Mcelhinney affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Mcelhinney is affiliated with Sampson Regional Medical Center, Cape Fear Valley Medical Center and Betsy Johnson Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Mcelhinney was last updated on July 29, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 days 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.