Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph McGowan, MD
Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Physician (CMS: Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (MDS)) · Dermatology Physician · Bluffton, SC
- NPI 1548341340
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 21 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 6 locations .
- Primary practice
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7 Arley Way Ste 101
Bluffton, SC 299104301
(843) 837-4400 - Additional location
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11 Arley Way Ste 102
Bluffton, SC 299104883
fax (843) 837-4440 - Additional location
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1813 Richmond Ave
Port Royal, SC 299352014
fax (843) 837-4440 - Additional location
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25 Hospital Center Cmns Ste 200
Hilton Head Island, SC 299262841
fax (843) 837-4440 - Additional location
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350 Fording Island RD Ste 100
Bluffton, SC 299105168
fax (843) 837-4440 - Additional location
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7 Arley Way Ste 200
Bluffton, SC 299104302
fax (843) 837-4440 - Mailing address
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Po Box 2330
Bluffton, SC 299102330
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Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 1, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ND0101X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- South Carolina #27984 · South Carolina #LL279834
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1548341340. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,263
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$513,358
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 438 | 84 | $6 | |
17311 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks | 353 | 296 | $572 | |
17312 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks | 220 | 155 | $379 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 175 | 144 | $85 | |
17313 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of trunk, arms, or legs, 1-5 tissue blocks | 148 | 116 | $564 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 147 | 140 | $120 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 118 | 111 | $49 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 85 | 71 | $53 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 82 | 78 | $86 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 59 | 55 | $103 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 137. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
618
Patients
510
Total drug cost
$7,322
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | Generic | 207 | 191 | $974 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 125 | 110 | $1,060 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 105 | 66 | $2,134 |
| Ciclopirox | Generic | 32 | 26 | $999 |
| Gentamicin Sulfate | Generic | 32 | 30 | $941 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 21 | 18 | $212 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 20 | 17 | $368 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 19 | 16 | $31 |
| Valacyclovir (Valacyclovir Hcl) | Brand | 18 | 13 | $237 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 14 | 12 | $64 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph McGowan's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph McGowan practices Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Physician in Bluffton, SC.
Where does Dr. Joseph McGowan practice?
Dr. Joseph McGowan practices at 7 Arley Way Ste 101, Bluffton, SC 299104301. Office phone: 8438374400.
What is Dr. Joseph McGowan's NPI?
Dr. Joseph McGowan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548341340, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph McGowan accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph McGowan accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph McGowan commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks (HCPCS 17311); Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks (HCPCS 17312). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.