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PHILIP CHAIPIS MD
NPI 1760449920
Surgery in Hartsville, SC

Active since April 28, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
99.15/100
CMS Quality Rating
704 MEDICAL PARK DR, HARTSVILLE, SC 29550(843) 332-1099 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 9, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 9, 2023, Oct 24, 2023, Feb 2, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Philip Chaipis Md NPPES

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

PHILIP CHAIPIS MD (NPI 1760449920) is an individual surgery provider in Hartsville, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (18727) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1760449920
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NamePHILIP CHAIPISCredential: MD
Location Address704 MEDICAL PARK DRHartsville, SC 29550-4765
Mailing Address704 Medical Park DrHartsville, SC 29550-4765 · (843) 332-1099
Phone(843) 332-1099
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSRutgers New Jersey Medical SchoolGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateApril 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 9, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 9, 2023
✔ NPI 1760449920 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 18727
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
704 MEDICAL PARK DR, Hartsville, SC 29550
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid003119107AGA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Philip Chaipis 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 ID446163653
PECOS Enrollment IDI20031112000337
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Philip Chaipis reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Hartsville Surgical Center, LLP
Same address
Surgery
704 MEDICAL PARK DRIVE
Hartsville, SC 29550
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 4 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1093760969 (843) 332-1099
Hartsville Medical Group LLC
0.2 mi
Internal Medicine
701 MEDICAL PARK DR
Hartsville, SC 29550
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 116 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1598995300 (843) 383-5191
Center For Vein Restoration Sc LLC
56 mi
Surgery
1725 DEVONSHIRE DR
Columbia, SC 29204
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 9 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1295391498 (855) 830-8346
Beaufort County Memorial Hospital
121 mi
Specialist
BEAUFORT MEMORIAL SURGICAL SPECIALISTS, 1000 PINE STREET
Varnville, SC 29944
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 113 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1366676769 (842) 524-8171

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
56 services56 patients
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.
43 services23 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
39 services38 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.
27 services21 patients
Destruction of first incompetent vein of arm or leg using radiofrequency and imaging guidance 36475
This procedure involves using radiofrequency energy, a type of heat energy, to close off an unhealthy vein in your arm or leg. Imaging guidance helps ensure precise targeting of the vein. This helps improve blood flow by rerouting it through healthier veins.
25 services13 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.
21 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hartsville, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420010
Location1304 W Bobo Newsom HwyHartsville, SC 29550 · Darlington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mcleod Regional Medical Center-Pee Dee

Acute Care Hospitals · Florence, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420051
Location555 E Cheves St Box 8700Florence, SC 29506 · Florence County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29550 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
$67.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $16.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
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.

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.

99.15/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Pneumatic compressor, segmental home model without calibrated gradient pressure E0651
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
4 suppliers11 claims11 services$868.87 avg. paid by Medicare
Segmental pneumatic appliance for use with pneumatic compressor, full leg E0667
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
4 suppliers11 claims21 services$312.06 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 2

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

NANCY S CLARK M.D.
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
704 MEDICAL PARK DR
HARTSVILLE, SC 29550
Darlington County (843) 383-2764
DR. PATRICK E SIZEMORE M.D.
Surgery
704 MEDICAL PARK DR
HARTSVILLE, SC 29550
Darlington County (843) 332-1099

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 Philip Chaipis's NPI number?

The NPI number for Philip Chaipis is 1760449920. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 28, 2006.

Where is Philip Chaipis located?

Philip Chaipis practices at 704 Medical Park Dr, Hartsville, SC 29550. The listed phone number is (843) 332-1099.

What is Philip Chaipis's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Philip Chaipis enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Philip Chaipis 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Philip Chaipis's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Philip Chaipis reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Hartsville Surgical Center, LLP (Hartsville, SC), Hartsville Medical Group LLC (Hartsville, SC), Center For Vein Restoration Sc LLC (Columbia, SC) and Beaufort County Memorial Hospital (Varnville, SC). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Philip Chaipis's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Philip Chaipis accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, First Choice Next and Molina Healthcare list Philip Chaipis 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 Philip Chaipis affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Philip Chaipis is affiliated with Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center and Mcleod Regional Medical Center-Pee Dee.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Philip Chaipis was last updated on November 9, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.