DR. SIMON C WATSON MD
NPI 1982732244
Emergency Medicine in Charleston, SC

Active since March 01, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
169 ASHLEY AVE, MSC 300, CHARLESTON, SC 29425(843) 792-9707 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 15, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 15, 2020, Mar 23, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Simon C Watson Md NPPES

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

DR. SIMON C WATSON MD (NPI 1982732244) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2004-00774) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Musc Medical Center, and is a graduate of Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982732244
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SIMON C WATSONCredential: MD
Location Address169 ASHLEY AVE, MSC 300Charleston, SC 29425-8905
Mailing Address169 Ashley Ave, Msc 300Charleston, SC 29425-8905 · (843) 792-9707
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateMarch 1, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 15, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 15, 2020
NPI 1982732244 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
Licenses Licensed in NC · 2004-00774 Licensed in SC · 30538
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
169 ASHLEY AVE, Charleston, SC 29425

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. Simon C 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 ID7416984208
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080319000161
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 4

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
121 services120 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
115 services109 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
96 services92 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
23 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29425 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.

Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)
169 ASHLEY AVE, ROOM, 3SW WING
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Health and Wellness Coach
169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Anesthesiology
169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
169 ASHLEY AVE, ROOM 202 MAIN HOSPITAL MSC333
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Surgery
169 ASHLEY AVE, ROOM 202 MAIN HOSPITAL
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Surgery
169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Surgery
169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Internal Medicine
169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425

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 Simon Watson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Simon Watson is 1982732244. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 1, 2007.

Where is Simon Watson located?

Simon Watson practices at 169 Ashley Ave Msc 300, Charleston, SC 29425. The listed phone number is (843) 792-9707.

What is Simon Watson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Simon Watson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Simon 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.

What insurance does Simon Watson accept?

Health plans from Molina Healthcare list Simon Watson 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 Simon Watson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Simon Watson is affiliated with Musc Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Simon Watson was last updated on October 15, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.