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DR. ERIC JAMES WATSON MD
NPI 1952474769
Internal Medicine in St George, SC

Active since November 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 42D0713109 · Waiver
33.41/100
CMS Quality Rating
202 GAVIN ST, ST GEORGE, SC 29477(843) 563-3512(843) 563-4464 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 16, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Eric James Watson Md NPPES

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

DR. ERIC JAMES WATSON MD (NPI 1952474769) is an individual internal medicine provider in St George, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (13161) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through October 1, 2027, and is affiliated with Musc Medical Center.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952474769
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ERIC JAMES WATSONCredential: MD
Location Address202 GAVIN STSt George, SC 29477
Mailing Address202 Gavin StSt George, SC 29477 · (843) 563-3512 · Fax (843) 563-4464
Phone(843) 563-3512
Fax(843) 563-4464
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSBrody School Of Medicine At East Carolina UniversityGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateNovember 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 16, 2009
✔ NPI 1952474769 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 13161
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.
202 GAVIN ST, St George, SC 29477
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedC614260281
Medicaid131618SC
Medicare UPINC61426

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. Eric James Watson 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 ID6709864952
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100929001125
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.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 42D0713109

Eric J Watson MD · St George, SC
Active · expires Oct 1, 2027
CLIA Number42D0713109
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateOctober 2, 2025
Certificate Expiration DateOctober 1, 2027
Laboratory DirectorEric J. Watson
Laboratory Phone(803) 563-3512
Laboratory LocationEric J Watson MD202 Gavin Street, St George, SC 29477
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

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.
405 services172 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.
320 services144 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
249 services147 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.
124 services124 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
37 services34 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.
36 services27 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Colleton Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Walterboro, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420030
Location501 Robertson BoulevardWalterboro, SC 29488 · Colleton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Trident Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420079
Location9330 Medical Plaza DrCharleston, SC 29406 · Charleston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29477 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.

33.41/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities20
Cost61.39

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

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
6 suppliers45 claims142 services$6.07 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
5 suppliers13 claims21 services$1.21 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers59 claims62 services$77.71 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$34.66 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard hemi (low seat) wheelchair K0002
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$24.89 avg. paid by Medicare
Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) K0195
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$5.79 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Eric Watson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Eric Watson is 1952474769. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 17, 2006.

Where is Eric Watson located?

Eric Watson practices at 202 Gavin St, St George, SC 29477. The listed phone number is (843) 563-3512.

What is Eric Watson's specialty?

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

Is Eric Watson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Eric Watson 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.

Does Eric Watson hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 42D0713109) is associated with this NPI, valid through October 1, 2027. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

Is Eric Watson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Eric Watson is affiliated with Musc Medical Center, Colleton Medical Center and Trident Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Eric Watson was last updated on November 16, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.