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DR. LUDWIG A LETTAU M.D.
NPI 1780674556
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in Charleston, SC

Active since October 24, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1938 CHARLIE HALL BLVD, CHARLESTON, SC 29414(843) 402-0227(843) 402-0232 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 15, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Ludwig A Lettau M.d. NPPES

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

DR. LUDWIG A LETTAU M.D. (NPI 1780674556) is an individual infectious disease provider in Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (12420) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Musc Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine (1973).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1780674556
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0200X
Provider Legal NameDR. LUDWIG A LETTAUCredential: M.D.
Location Address1938 CHARLIE HALL BLVDCharleston, SC 29414-5837
Mailing Address1938 Charlie Hall BlvdCharleston, SC 29414-5837 · (843) 402-0227 · Fax (843) 402-0232
Phone(843) 402-0227
Fax(843) 402-0232
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Wisconsin School Of MedicineGraduated 1973
Enumeration DateOctober 24, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 15, 2007
✔ NPI 1780674556 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0200X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 12420
Definition
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
1938 CHARLIE HALL BLVD, Charleston, SC 29414
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINB92512SC
Medicare PIN4744SC
MedicaidGP1016SC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina.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. Ludwig A Lettau 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 ID3971515644
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100831000506
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.

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.
699 services216 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.
172 services158 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.
85 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.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Trident Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420079
Location9330 Medical Plaza DrCharleston, SC 29406 · Charleston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Roper Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420087
Location316 Calhoun StCharleston, SC 29401 · Charleston County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29414 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 2

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

MRS. LORI ANN EDGAR MSN FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1938 CHARLIE HALL BLVD, UNIT B
CHARLESTON, SC 29414
Charleston County (843) 402-0227
DANNAH W WRAY MD
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
1938 CHARLIE HALL BLVD, UNIT B
CHARLESTON, SC 29414
Charleston County (843) 402-0227

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 Ludwig Lettau's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ludwig Lettau is 1780674556. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 24, 2005.

Where is Ludwig Lettau located?

Ludwig Lettau practices at 1938 Charlie Hall Blvd, Charleston, SC 29414. The listed phone number is (843) 402-0227.

What is Ludwig Lettau's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Infectious Disease, with taxonomy code 207RI0200X.

Is Ludwig Lettau enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ludwig Lettau 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 Ludwig Lettau accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina list Ludwig Lettau 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 Ludwig Lettau affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ludwig Lettau is affiliated with Musc Medical Center, Trident Medical Center and Roper Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ludwig Lettau was last updated on October 15, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.