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LALITHKUMAR SOLAI
NPI 1821063983
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Charleston, SC

Active since February 22, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
171 ASHLEY AVE, CHARLESTON, SC 29425(843) 792-1414 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 12, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 12, 2022, Apr 6, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Lalithkumar Solai NPPES

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

LALITHKUMAR SOLAI (NPI 1821063983) is an individual psychiatry provider in Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (86919) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Musc Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821063983
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameLALITHKUMAR SOLAI
Location Address171 ASHLEY AVECharleston, SC 29425-3215
Mailing AddressPo Box 751461Charlotte, NC 28275-1461 · (843) 792-6200
Phone(843) 792-1414
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateFebruary 22, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 12, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 31, 2022
✔ NPI 1821063983 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 86919
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License MD061121L (PA)
171 ASHLEY AVE, Charleston, SC 29425
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, First Choice Next, UnitedHealthcare.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

Lalithkumar Solai 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 ID5799728168
PECOS Enrollment IDI20211104000277
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 Lalithkumar Solai reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

University Medical Associates Of The Medical University Of South Carol
Same address
Obstetrics & Gynecology
171 ASHLEY AVE
Charleston, SC 29425
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 2,594 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1013934629 (843) 792-1414
Musc Community Physicians
47 mi
Rural Health
187 BUNCH FORD RD
Holly Hill, SC 29059
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1841878006 (South Carolina)
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1508562901 (843) 792-1414
Upmc Community Medicine Inc
505 mi
Family Medicine
118 S ANDERSON ST, SUITE 1
Bedford, PA 15522
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 1,182 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1639206402 (814) 623-3474
University Of Pittsburgh Physicians
524 mi
Internal Medicine
3089 SUSSEX AVE
Pittsburgh, PA 15226
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 7,114 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1245414127 (412) 571-1022

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 2

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.
55 services26 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.
17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29425 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
$163.84 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $40.96 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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.

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.

CAROLYN REED WORD M.D.
Allergy & Immunology
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Charleston County (843) 792-1414
CHRISTOPHER ARNOLD HENSLEY CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Charleston County (843) 792-1414
ANGELINA INDIRA PHILLIPS
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Charleston County (843) 792-1414
BLAKE DANIEL FORCINA
Ophthalmology
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Charleston County (843) 792-1414
CHELSEA LEE CRUISE SW
Social Worker
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Charleston County (843) 792-1414
DR. RICHARD HAYDEN JONES MD
Radiology (Pediatric Radiology)
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Charleston County (843) 792-1414
LINDSEY HENDRICKSON NP
Nurse Practitioner
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Charleston County (843) 792-1414
MICHAEL DAMASO DE GUZMAN
Ophthalmology
171 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Charleston County (843) 792-1414

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 Lalithkumar Solai's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lalithkumar Solai is 1821063983. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 22, 2006.

Where is Lalithkumar Solai located?

Lalithkumar Solai practices at 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425. The listed phone number is (843) 792-1414.

What is Lalithkumar Solai's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Lalithkumar Solai enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lalithkumar Solai 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 Lalithkumar Solai's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Lalithkumar Solai reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: University Medical Associates Of The Medical University Of South Carol (Charleston, SC), Musc Community Physicians (Holly Hill, SC), Upmc Community Medicine Inc (Bedford, PA) and University Of Pittsburgh Physicians (Pittsburgh, PA). 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 Lalithkumar Solai's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Lalithkumar Solai accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, First Choice Next and UnitedHealthcare list Lalithkumar Solai 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 Lalithkumar Solai affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lalithkumar Solai is affiliated with Musc Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lalithkumar Solai was last updated on September 12, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.