ANDREW W SIDES MD
NPI 1720117724
Internal Medicine in Columbia, SC

Active since March 05, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
99.32/100
CMS Quality Rating
1801 SUNSET DR, COLUMBIA, SC 29203(803) 545-1000(803) 540-1050 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 8, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 8, 2020, Jul 13, 2020, Mar 21, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Andrew W Sides Md NPPES

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

ANDREW W SIDES MD (NPI 1720117724) is an individual internal medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (32135) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Columbia.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720117724
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameANDREW W SIDESCredential: MD
Location Address1801 SUNSET DRColumbia, SC 29203-6803
Mailing AddressPo Box 743904Atlanta, GA 30374-3904 · (803) 293-7320 · Fax (803) 293-7330
Fax(803) 540-1050
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Carolina School Of MedicineGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateMarch 5, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 8, 20204 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 8, 2020
NPI 1720117724 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 · 32135
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.
1801 SUNSET DR, Columbia, SC 29203

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12 Medical Park Rd Ste 203Columbia, SC 29203-6839 · Phone (803) 933-3042 · Fax (803) 933-3042

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid321351SC

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

Andrew W Sides 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 ID42357816
PECOS Enrollment IDI20091027000772
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.

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.
159 services98 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.
136 services15 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
133 services91 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.
120 services78 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.
120 services14 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.
96 services96 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Prisma Health Richland Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420018
Location5 Medical ParkColumbia, SC 29203 · Richland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Prisma Health Baptist

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420086
Location1330 Taylor At Marion StColumbia, SC 29220 · Richland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29203 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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

99.32/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality90.59
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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 claims46 services$4.71 avg. paid by Medicare
Lightweight wheelchair K0003
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$19.55 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers11 claims11 services$215.40 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 20

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

Internal Medicine
1801 SUNSET DR
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Internal Medicine
1801 SUNSET DR
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Registered Nurse
1801 SUNSET DR
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1801 SUNSET DR
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Internal Medicine
1801 SUNSET DR
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1801 SUNSET DR
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Internal Medicine
1801 SUNSET DR
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Pediatrics
1801 SUNSET DR, CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OUTPATIENT CENTER
COLUMBIA, SC 29203

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 Andrew Sides's NPI number?

The NPI number for Andrew Sides is 1720117724. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 5, 2007.

Where is Andrew Sides located?

Andrew Sides practices at 1801 Sunset Dr, Columbia, SC 29203. The listed phone number is (803) 545-1000.

What is Andrew Sides's specialty?

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

Is Andrew Sides enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Andrew Sides 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 Andrew Sides accept?

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

According to CMS data, Andrew Sides is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital and Prisma Health Baptist.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Andrew Sides was last updated on September 8, 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.