Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Edward Tavel, M.D.
Pain Medicine Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Anesthesiology Physician · Charleston, SC
- NPI 1508833468
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 12.5 / 100 · 2023
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2695 Elms Plantation Blvd., Suite A
Charleston, SC 29406
(843) 818-1181
fax (843) 818-1145
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 7, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208VP0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #16626
- Medicaid
- SC #166262
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1508833468. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
13,414
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$650,533
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 6,638 | 376 | $0 | |
J2250 |
Injection, midazolam hydrochloride, per 1 mg | 1,635 | 454 | $0 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 732 | 405 | $83 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 689 | 348 | $45 | |
80307 |
Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers | 577 | 354 | $59 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 448 | 279 | $236 | |
G0481 |
Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms | 378 | 259 | $153 | |
G0480 |
Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms | 216 | 112 | $104 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 186 | 135 | $8 | |
64636 |
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint | 185 | 92 | $220 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Charleston Pain Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 282. This provider delivers 48× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$225
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott Laboratories | 3 | $180.47 | |
| Si-Bone, INC. | 1 | $44.63 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,610
Patients
1,122
Total drug cost
$47,977
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 600 | 233 | $14,339 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 541 | 205 | $10,778 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 278 | 127 | $3,939 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 179 | 89 | $1,739 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 152 | 60 | $1,281 |
| Morphine Sulfate ER (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 145 | 54 | $3,485 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 143 | 60 | $3,655 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 122 | 62 | $424 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 111 | 60 | $1,232 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 77 | 37 | $1,476 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Edward Tavel's medical specialty?
Dr. Edward Tavel practices Pain Medicine Physician in Charleston, SC.
Where does Dr. Edward Tavel practice?
Dr. Edward Tavel practices at 2695 Elms Plantation Blvd., Charleston, SC 29406. Office phone: 8438181181.
What is Dr. Edward Tavel's NPI?
Dr. Edward Tavel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508833468, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Edward Tavel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Edward Tavel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Edward Tavel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg (HCPCS J1100); Injection, midazolam hydrochloride, per 1 mg (HCPCS J2250); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.