DR. WILLIAM ALEXANDER VANDERGRIFT III M.D.
NPI 1841377348
Neurological Surgery in Charleston, SC

Q: What is William Vandergrift's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Vandergrift is 1841377348. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 1, 2006.

Q: What is William Vandergrift's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Neurological Surgery with taxonomy code 207T00000X.

Active since November 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

171 ASHLEY AVE, CHARLESTON, SC 29425(843) 792-1414 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 20, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Dr. William Alexander Vandergrift Iii M.d. NPPES

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

DR. WILLIAM ALEXANDER VANDERGRIFT III M.D. (NPI 1841377348) is an individual neurological surgery provider in Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (LL24146) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Musc Medical Center, and is a graduate of Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1841377348

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207T00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. WILLIAM ALEXANDER VANDERGRIFT IIICredential: M.D.

Location Address171 ASHLEY AVECharleston, SC 29425-8908

Mailing AddressPo Box 751461Charlotte, NC 28275-1461 · (843) 792-6200

Phone(843) 792-1414

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSMedical College Of Georgia School Of MedicineGraduated 2001

Enumeration DateNovember 1, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 20, 2020

NPPES CertifiedOctober 20, 2020

✔ NPI 1841377348 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNeurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207T00000X

License✔ Licensed in SC · LL24146

Definition

A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.

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, Molina Healthcare 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

Dr. William Alexander Vandergrift Iii 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 ID6204909393

PECOS Enrollment IDI20080723000217

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 8

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 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.

75 services68 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.

30 services30 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.

23 services23 patients

Removal of skull bone for removal of growth of upper brain 61510

This procedure, known as a craniotomy, involves removing a section of the skull to access the brain. It's performed to remove a growth in the upper brain. After the growth is removed, the bone is usually replaced. It's a common procedure for treating brain conditions.

21 services20 patients

Computer-assisted procedure inside brain 61781

A computer-assisted brain procedure uses advanced technology for precise navigation within the brain. A computer creates a 3D model of your brain to help the surgeon accurately target the area needing treatment, improving safety and effectiveness.

21 services18 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number420026

Location2435 Forest DriveColumbia, SC 29204 · Richland County

Emergency services

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

$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

$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.

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