ALEJANDRO ESPAILLAT MD
NPI 1891771812
Ophthalmology in Columbia, SC

Q: What is Alejandro Espaillat's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alejandro Espaillat is 1891771812. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 21, 2005.

Q: What is Alejandro Espaillat's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Active since December 21, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

100 PALMETTO HEALTH PKWY STE 350, COLUMBIA, SC 29212(803) 907-2020(803) 907-7720 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 20, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: May 20, 2025, Oct 25, 2023, Sep 7, 2022 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2015).

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About Alejandro Espaillat Md NPPES

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

ALEJANDRO ESPAILLAT MD (NPI 1891771812) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (93961) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891771812

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207W00000X

Provider Legal NameALEJANDRO ESPAILLATCredential: MD

Location Address100 PALMETTO HEALTH PKWY STE 350Columbia, SC 29212-1756

Mailing Address300 E Mcbee Ave Ste 300Greenville, SC 29601-2899 · (864) 522-8611

Phone(803) 907-2020

Fax(803) 907-7720

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1989

Enumeration DateDecember 21, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateMay 20, 20255 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 20, 2025

✔ NPI 1891771812 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207W00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in SC · 93961✔ Licensed in FL · ME81887

Definition

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

100 PALMETTO HEALTH PKWY STE 350, Columbia, SC 29212

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 16233 N University DrTamarac, FL 33321-4022 · Phone (954) 721-0000 · Fax (954) 721-6308

Location 22301 N University Dr Ste 110Pembroke Pines, FL 33024-3617 · Phone (954) 721-0000 · Fax (954) 721-6308

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid101886300FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama 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

Alejandro Espaillat 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 ID6507859667

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040405001398, I20250401000067

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 9

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 complete exam of visual system 92014

An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.

150 services97 patients

Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012

This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.

70 services38 patients

Photography of the retina 92250

Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.

47 services33 patients

Imaging of retina 92134

Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.

33 services28 patients

Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 92136

This procedure measures the shape and depth of your eye, specifically the cornea, the clear front surface. It helps in diagnosing conditions, planning for surgeries, or fitting contact lenses. It's non-invasive and painless.

31 services14 patients

Imaging of optic nerve 92133

Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).

23 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Prisma Health Richland Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number420018

Location5 Medical ParkColumbia, SC 29203 · Richland County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number420106

Location400 Palmetto Health ParkwayColumbia, SC 29212 · Lexington County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29212 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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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

DR. SHAWN MICHAEL IVERSON D.O.

Ophthalmology (Cornea and External Diseases Specialist)