DR. SCOTT W CUMMINGS MD
NPI 1871522292
Internal Medicine in Bluffton, SC

Active since June 30, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75.3/100
CMS Quality Rating
4818 BLUFFTON PKWY, BLUFFTON, SC 29910(843) 706-0600(843) 706-0601 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 5, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Scott W Cummings Md NPPES

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

DR. SCOTT W CUMMINGS MD (NPI 1871522292) is an individual internal medicine provider in Bluffton, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (MD28422) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Candler Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871522292
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SCOTT W CUMMINGSCredential: MD
Location Address4818 BLUFFTON PKWYBluffton, SC 29910-4602
Mailing AddressPo Box 1560Bluffton, SC 29910 · (843) 706-0600 · Fax (843) 706-0601
Fax(843) 706-0601
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At San AntonioGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateJune 30, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 5, 2014
NPI 1871522292 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses Licensed in SC · MD28422 Licensed in GA · 055552
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
4818 BLUFFTON PKWY, Bluffton, SC 29910

Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINF77513SC
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified93BBJDCGA

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Scott W Cummings Md 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 ID1052306867
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060303000224
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 10

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.
1,108 services534 patients
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.
258 services204 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
174 services174 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
34 services34 patients
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662
The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.
33 services33 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
30 services27 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Candler Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Savannah, GA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110024
Location5353 Reynolds StreetSavannah, GA 31412 · Chatham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Savannah, GA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110036
Location4700 Waters AvenueSavannah, GA 31404 · Chatham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Beaufort County Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Beaufort, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number420067
Location955 Ribaut RdBeaufort, SC 29902 · Beaufort County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hilton Head Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hilton Head Island, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number420080
Location25 Hospital Center BlvdHilton Head Island, SC 29925 · Beaufort County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Coastal Carolina Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hardeeville, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420101
Location1000 Medical Center DriveHardeeville, SC 29927 · Jasper County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29910 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.

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.

75.3/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality64.75
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40
Cost53.76

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
77%262 patients4/55-star benchmark: 93%
Cervical Cancer Screening
64%132 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
80%737 patients4/55-star benchmark: 88%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
74%633 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
10%106 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%3,190 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
83%1,075 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
24%1,188 patients2/55-star benchmark: 61%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 93% · 1,244 patients
Patients screened: 98% · 1,244 patients
18%73 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.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
14 suppliers63 claims149 services$5.90 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
8 suppliers25 claims27 services$0.96 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers19 claims19 services$199.42 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 11

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

Family Medicine
4818 BLUFFTON PKWY
BLUFFTON, SC 29910
Internal Medicine
4818 BLUFFTON PKWY
BLUFFTON, SC 29910
Physician Assistant (Medical)
4818 BLUFFTON PKWY
BLUFFTON, SC 29910
Internal Medicine
4818 BLUFFTON PKWY
BLUFFTON, SC 29910
Family Medicine
4818 BLUFFTON PKWY
BLUFFTON, SC 29910
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4818 BLUFFTON PKWY
BLUFFTON, SC 29910
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
4818 BLUFFTON PKWY
BLUFFTON, SC 29910
Internal Medicine
4818 BLUFFTON PKWY
BLUFFTON, SC 29910

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 Scott Cummings's NPI number?

The NPI number for Scott Cummings is 1871522292. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 30, 2006.

Where is Scott Cummings located?

Scott Cummings practices at 4818 Bluffton Pkwy, Bluffton, SC 29910. The listed phone number is (843) 706-0600.

What is Scott Cummings's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Scott Cummings enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Scott Cummings 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 Scott Cummings accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Molina Healthcare and UnitedHealthcare list Scott Cummings 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 Scott Cummings affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Scott Cummings is affiliated with Candler Hospital, Memorial University Medical Center, Beaufort County Memorial Hospital, Hilton Head Regional Medical Center and Coastal Carolina Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Scott Cummings was last updated on April 5, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.