DOCTORS HOSPITAL OF AUGUSTA LLC
Complete NPI Record 1912951963
General Acute Care Hospital in Augusta, GA

Active since May 22, 2006

3651 WHEELER RD, AUGUSTA, GA 30909(706) 651-3232(706) 651-2041 Get Directions

NPPES record last updated: November 12, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 12, 2025, May 16, 2025, Feb 1, 2022 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2019).

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This page contains the complete raw NPPES record for Doctors Hospital Of Augusta Llc (NPI 1912951963), a general acute care hospital organization in Augusta, GA. All 93 fields on file are listed with their current values and official NPPES definitions, exactly as recorded in the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System. Only fields that contain data are included, so the number of fields shown varies from one NPI record to another.

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NPI: 1912951963: The 10-position all-numeric identification number assigned by the NPS to uniquely identify a health care provider. The NPI number includes an ISO standard check-digit in the 10th position. There is no intelligence about the health care provider in the number.
Entity Type Code: 2: Code describing the type of health care provider that is being assigned an NPI. Codes are 1 = (Person): individual human being who furnishes health care; 2 = (Non-person): entity other than an individual human being that furnishes health care (for example, hospital, SNF, hospital subunit, pharmacy, or HMO).
Employer Identification Number EIN: Not available: The Employer Identification Number (EIN), assigned by the IRS, of the provider being identified.
Provider Organization Name Legal Business Name: DOCTORS HOSPITAL OF AUGUSTA LLC: The name of the organization provider. If the provider is an organization, this is the legal business name.
Provider Other Organization Name: Not available: Other name by which the organization provider is or has been known.
Provider Other Organization Name Type Code: 6: Code identifying the type of other name. Codes are: 1 = former name; 2 = professional name; 3 = doing business as (d/b/ a) name; 4 = former legal business name; 5 = other.
Provider First Line Business Mailing Address: 3651 WHEELER RD: The first line mailing address of the provider being identified. This data element may contain the same information as "Provider first line location address".
Provider Business Mailing Address City Name: AUGUSTA: The city name in the mailing address of the provider being identified.
Provider Business Mailing Address State Name: GA: The State or Province name in the mailing address of the provider being identified. This data element may contain the same information as "Provider location address State name".
Provider Business Mailing Address Postal Code: 309096521: The postal ZIP or zone code in the mailing address of the provider being identified. NOTE: ZIP code plus 4-digit extension, if available. This data element may contain the same information as "Provider location address postal code".
Provider Business Mailing Address Country Code If outside U S : US: The country code in the mailing address of the provider being identified. This data element may contain the same information as "Provider location address country code".
Provider Business Mailing Address Telephone Number: 7066513232: The telephone number associated with mailing address of the provider being identified. This data element may contain the same information as "Provider location address telephone number".
Provider Business Mailing Address Fax Number: 7066512041: The fax number associated with the mailing address of the provider being identified. This data element may contain the same information as "Provider location address fax number".
Provider First Line Business Practice Location Address: 3651 WHEELER RD: The first line location address of the provider being identified. For providers with more than one physical location, this is the primary location. This address cannot include a Post Office box.
Provider Business Practice Location Address City Name: AUGUSTA: The city name in the location address of the provider being identified.
Provider Business Practice Location Address State Name: GA: The State code in the location of the provider being identified.
Provider Business Practice Location Address Postal Code: 309096521: The postal ZIP or zone code in the location address of the provider being identified. NOTE: ZIP code plus 4-digit extension, if available.
Provider Business Practice Location Address Country Code If outside U S : US: The country code in the location address of the provider being identified.
Provider Business Practice Location Address Telephone Number: 7066513232: The telephone number associated with the location address of the provider being identified.
Provider Business Practice Location Address Fax Number: 7066512041: The fax number associated with the location address of the provider being identified.
Provider Enumeration Date: 5/22/2006: The date the provider was assigned a unique identifier (assigned an NPI).
Last Update Date: 11/12/2025: The date that a record was last updated or changed.
Authorized Official Last Name: BYRD: The last name of the person authorized to submit the NPI application or to change NPS data for a health care provider.
Authorized Official First Name: JASON: The first name of the authorized official.
Authorized Official Title or Position: CFO: The title or position of the authorized official.
Authorized Official Telephone Number: 7066516108: The 10-position telephone number of the authorized official.
Healthcare Provider Taxonomy Code 1: 282N00000X: This field represents the provider's taxonomy code, which classifies their type, classification, and area of specialization. This code comes from the Healthcare Provider Taxonomy Code Set maintained by the National Uniform Claim Committee (NUCC). The NPS will associate these data with the license data for providers with Entity type code = 1.
Healthcare Provider Primary Taxonomy Switch 1: Y: This field shows whether the related taxonomy code is the provider's primary specialty. It is a single-character value: "Y" indicates the taxonomy is the primary one, while "N" indicates it is not. Each provider record can have only one taxonomy code marked as primary.
Other Provider Identifier 1: 1757641: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 1: 05: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 1: LA: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 2: 356425: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 2: 05: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 2: SC: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 3: 220545: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 3: 05: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 3: MS: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 4: 807214700: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 4: 05: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 4: ID: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 5: 358867: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 5: 05: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 5: OH: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 6: 191815: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 6: 05: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 6: FL: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 7: 174493000: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 7: 05: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 7: WV: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 8: HOS0177N: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 8: 05: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 8: AL: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 9: 02718918: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 9: 05: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 9: NY: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 10: 156164500: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 10: 01: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Issuer 10: DEPT OF LABOR: The name of the organization, agency, or health plan that assigned the additional provider identifier. This identifies who issued the number linked to Other Provider Identifier 1 (for example, a state Medicaid agency, Medicare, or a private insurance company).
Other Provider Identifier 11: 191815: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 11: 01: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 11: NY: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier Issuer 11: WELLCARE HMO: The name of the organization, agency, or health plan that assigned the additional provider identifier. This identifies who issued the number linked to Other Provider Identifier 1 (for example, a state Medicaid agency, Medicare, or a private insurance company).
Other Provider Identifier 12: 91401739: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 12: 05: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 12: CO: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 13: 92844500: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 13: 05: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 13: FL: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 14: 138: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 14: 01: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 14: GA: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier Issuer 14: BLUE CROSS: The name of the organization, agency, or health plan that assigned the additional provider identifier. This identifies who issued the number linked to Other Provider Identifier 1 (for example, a state Medicaid agency, Medicare, or a private insurance company).
Other Provider Identifier 15: 7221: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 15: 01: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 15: TN: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier Issuer 15: BLUECARE: The name of the organization, agency, or health plan that assigned the additional provider identifier. This identifies who issued the number linked to Other Provider Identifier 1 (for example, a state Medicaid agency, Medicare, or a private insurance company).
Other Provider Identifier 16: 00000558A: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 16: 05: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 16: GA: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 17: 0044555: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 17: 05: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 17: NJ: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 18: 1100177: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 18: 05: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 18: NC: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 19: 912601: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 19: 05: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 19: AZ: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 20: XHSP30784: An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 20: 05: A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 20: CA: The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Is Organization Subpart: N: Indicates whether the provider is a subpart of a larger organization. This is a single-character code: "Y" means the entity is an organizational subpart, while "N" means it is not. Subparts typically include hospital departments, clinics, or other distinct units that fall under a parent organization.
NPI Certification Date: 11/12/2025: The date on which the National Provider Identifier (NPI) was officially assigned and certified to the provider. This reflects when the provider's NPI record first became active in the NPPES system.

Other Organization Names 1

Additional business and trade names this provider has on file with the NPPES registry.

Doctors Hospital (Augusta) Doing Business As

1/1

Doing Business As: A trade name or operating name under which an organization provides services, distinct from its registered legal business name.

Other Provider Identifiers 20

Legacy and payer-issued identifiers reported to the NPPES registry for this provider.

1757641 Medicaid

1/20

State: LA
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.

356425 Medicaid

2/20

State: SC
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.

220545 Medicaid

3/20

State: MS
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.

807214700 Medicaid

4/20

State: ID
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.

358867 Medicaid

5/20

State: OH
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.

191815 Medicaid

6/20

State: FL
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.

174493000 Medicaid

7/20

State: WV
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.

HOS0177N Medicaid

8/20

State: AL
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.

02718918 Medicaid

9/20

State: NY
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.

156164500 Other

10/20

Issuer: Dept Of Labor
Other: An additional provider identifier that does not correspond to any of the other defined identifier type categories.

191815 Other

11/20

State: NY · Issuer: Wellcare Hmo
Other: An additional provider identifier that does not correspond to any of the other defined identifier type categories.

91401739 Medicaid

12/20

State: CO
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.

92844500 Medicaid

13/20

State: FL
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.

138 Other

14/20

State: GA · Issuer: Blue Cross
Other: An additional provider identifier that does not correspond to any of the other defined identifier type categories.

7221 Other

15/20

State: TN · Issuer: Bluecare
Other: An additional provider identifier that does not correspond to any of the other defined identifier type categories.

00000558A Medicaid

16/20

State: GA
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.

0044555 Medicaid

17/20

State: NJ
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.

1100177 Medicaid

18/20

State: NC
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.

912601 Medicaid

19/20

State: AZ
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.

XHSP30784 Medicaid

20/20

State: CA
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.

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