Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Thatcher, M.D.
Hospitalist Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Family Medicine Physician · Family Medicine Physician · Beaufort, SC
- NPI 1770812802
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 36.8 / 100 · 2023
- 17 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
955 Ribaut RD
Beaufort, SC 299025454
(843) 522-5005
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 28, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208M00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- South Carolina #MD81806 · North Carolina #2015-01838
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1770812802. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
895
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$87,467
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 452 | 171 | $75 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 170 | 160 | $108 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 166 | 76 | $113 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 107 | 104 | $153 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Beaufort Hospitalist Physician, average services per provider: 132. This provider delivers 6.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$20
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astellas Pharma US INC | 1 | $19.77 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
254
Patients
239
Total drug cost
$2,847
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 31 | 30 | $365 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 26 | 26 | $594 |
| Nystatin | Generic | 25 | 24 | $441 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 25 | 24 | $92 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 24 | 24 | $215 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 19 | 19 | $79 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 16 | 15 | $150 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 14 | 14 | $255 |
| Nitroglycerin | Generic | 14 | 14 | $157 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 13 | 13 | $94 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Thatcher's medical specialty?
Dr. James Thatcher practices Hospitalist Physician in Beaufort, SC.
Where does Dr. James Thatcher practice?
Dr. James Thatcher practices at 955 Ribaut RD, Beaufort, SC 299025454. Office phone: 8435225005.
What is Dr. James Thatcher's NPI?
Dr. James Thatcher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770812802, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Thatcher accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Thatcher accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Thatcher commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.