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MICHAEL A TOWLER M.D.
NPI 1770674400
Surgery in Greenville, SC

Active since September 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3 SAINT FRANCIS DR, SUITE 490, GREENVILLE, SC 29601(864) 233-4349 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 24, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 27, 2026.

About Michael A Towler M.d. NPPES

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

MICHAEL A TOWLER M.D. (NPI 1770674400) is an individual surgery provider in Greenville, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (19483) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Francis-downtown, and is a graduate of University Of Vermont College Of Medicine (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770674400
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameMICHAEL A TOWLERCredential: M.D.
Location Address3 SAINT FRANCIS DR, SUITE 490Greenville, SC 29601-3971
Mailing Address3 Saint Francis Dr Ste 360Greenville, SC 29601-3972 · (864) 233-4349
Phone(864) 233-4349
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Vermont College Of MedicineGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateSeptember 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 24, 2025
NPPES CertifiedJuly 24, 2025
✔ NPI 1770674400 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 19483
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.
3 SAINT FRANCIS DR, Greenville, SC 29601
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, First Choice Next and more.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

Michael A Towler 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 ID6901792217
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040224000960
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 11

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.
87 services61 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.
72 services19 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.
68 services22 patients
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.
32 services32 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.
32 services31 patients
Biopsy or removal of deep lymph nodes of underarm 38525
A biopsy or removal of deep underarm lymph nodes is a procedure where a small sample of lymph node tissue is taken for testing. This helps in diagnosing or ruling out conditions like infections or cancers. It involves a small incision and is typically done under local or general anesthesia.
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.

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 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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29601 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.

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
41%95 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
44%161 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 12 years and older screened for depression on the date of the encounter using an age appropriate standardized depression screening tool AND if positive, a follow-up plan is documented on the date of the positive screen
54%156 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Screening for Osteoporosis for Women Aged 65-85 Years of Age
Percentage of female patients aged 65-85 years of age who ever had a central dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) to check for osteoporosis
61%79 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%
Urinary Incontinence: Assessment of Presence or Absence of Urinary Incontinence in Women Aged 65 Years and Older
Percentage of female patients aged 65 years and older who were assessed for the presence or absence of urinary incontinence within 12 months
2%87 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

Parenteral nutrition solution, not otherwise specified, 10 grams lipids B4185
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB005N
2 suppliers12 claims206 services$11.18 avg. paid by Medicare
Parenteral nutrition supply kit; premix, per day B4220
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB005N
2 suppliers11 claims55 services$8.04 avg. paid by Medicare
Parenteral nutrition administration kit, per day B4224
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB005N
2 suppliers12 claims62 services$25.13 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.

KATARINA HARRIS M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
3 SAINT FRANCIS DR, SUITE 300
GREENVILLE, SC 29601
Greenville County (864) 233-8063
DR. MARK R JACKSON MD
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
3 SAINT FRANCIS DR, SUITE 330
GREENVILLE, SC 29601
Greenville County (864) 255-1834
AHMAD BOOTA MD
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
3 SAINT FRANCIS DR, SUITE 300
GREENVILLE, SC 29601
Greenville County (864) 233-8063
K BENJAMIN RISINGER M.D.
Surgery
3 SAINT FRANCIS DR, SUITE 440
GREENVILLE, SC 29601
Greenville County (864) 255-1405
DR. GENEVA LOUISE HILL M. D.
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
3 SAINT FRANCIS DR, SUITE 400
GREENVILLE, SC 29601
Greenville County (864) 235-8396
LUCRETIA P MYERS NP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
3 SAINT FRANCIS DR, SUITE 300
GREENVILLE, SC 29601
Greenville County (864) 233-8063
DR. CHRISTIE B MINA M.D.
Neurological Surgery
3 SAINT FRANCIS DR, SUITE 490
GREENVILLE, SC 29601
Greenville County (864) 220-4263
DR. JULIA GILLESPIE PAYNE MD
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
3 SAINT FRANCIS DR, STE 300
GREENVILLE, SC 29601
Greenville County (864) 233-8063

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 Michael Towler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Towler is 1770674400. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 27, 2006.

Where is Michael Towler located?

Michael Towler practices at 3 Saint Francis Dr Suite 490, Greenville, SC 29601. The listed phone number is (864) 233-4349.

What is Michael Towler's specialty?

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

Is Michael Towler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Towler 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 Michael Towler accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, First Choice Next, Molina Healthcare and UnitedHealthcare list Michael Towler 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 Michael Towler affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michael Towler is affiliated with St Francis-Downtown and Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Towler was last updated on July 24, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 months 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.