MICHAEL LUKE SIMHACHALAM
NPI 1841857331
Family Medicine in Greenwood, SC

Q: What is Michael Simhachalam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Simhachalam is 1841857331. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 21, 2019.

Q: What is Michael Simhachalam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Active since May 21, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

155 ACADEMY AVE, GREENWOOD, SC 29646(864) 725-4865(864) 725-4883 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 18, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 18, 2023, Dec 14, 2021, Jun 5, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Michael Luke Simhachalam NPPES

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

MICHAEL LUKE SIMHACHALAM (NPI 1841857331) is an individual family medicine provider in Greenwood, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (82669) and active in the NPI registry since May 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Creighton University School Of Medicine (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1841857331

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X

Provider Legal NameMICHAEL LUKE SIMHACHALAM

Location Address155 ACADEMY AVEGreenwood, SC 29646-3869

Mailing Address155 Academy AveGreenwood, SC 29646-3869 · (864) 725-4865 · Fax (864) 725-4883

Phone(864) 725-4865

Fax(864) 725-4883

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSCreighton University School Of MedicineGraduated 2019

Enumeration DateMay 21, 2019

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 18, 20234 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 18, 2023

✔ NPI 1841857331 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207Q00000X

License✔ Licensed in SC · 82669

Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

155 ACADEMY AVE, Greenwood, SC 29646

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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, Ambetter of Tennessee 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 Luke Simhachalam 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 ID6901228212

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230814002995

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 6

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.

157 services98 patients

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100

Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.

83 services23 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.

70 services50 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.

25 services25 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance 20611

This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.

21 services13 patients

Respiratory infectious agent detection by rna for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid 19), influenza a, influenza b, and respiratory syncytial virus, upper respiratory specimen, each reported as detected or not detected 0241U

This test detects the RNA of respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, Influenza A, Influenza B, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus, in an upper respiratory specimen. The test result will report if each virus is detected or not, helping in accurate diagnosis.

19 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Frye Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number340116

Location420 N Center StHickory, NC 28601 · Catawba County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29646 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

$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 20

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

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