Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Francis Vento, MD
Diagnostic Radiology Physician (CMS: Diagnostic Radiology) · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · General Practice Physician · Charleston, SC
- NPI 1518352020
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 97.4 / 100 · 2023
- 11 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 294258908
(843) 792-9729 - Additional location
-
18 13Th Ave Ne
Hickory, NC 286013748
(828) 322-2644
fax (828) 327-2235 - Mailing address
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96 Jonathan Lucas St # Msc323
Charleston, SC 294258900
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 31, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2085R0202X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- North Carolina #2021-02274 · South Carolina #39324
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518352020. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,363
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$138,987
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
77067 |
Screening mammography | 524 | 524 | $35 | |
77063 |
Screening 3d breast mammography | 521 | 521 | $28 | |
71045 |
X-ray of chest, 1 view | 262 | 227 | $8 | |
77067 |
Screening mammography | 206 | 206 | $118 | |
77063 |
Screening 3d breast mammography | 201 | 201 | $49 | |
G0279 |
Diagnostic digital breast tomosynthesis, unilateral or bilateral (list separately in addition to 77065 or 77066) | 186 | 182 | $28 | |
71046 |
X-ray of chest, 2 views | 168 | 164 | $10 | |
77065 |
Diagnostic mammography of 1 breast | 143 | 140 | $37 | |
77066 |
Diagnostic mammography of both breasts | 89 | 88 | $45 | |
76642 |
Limited ultrasound scan of 1 breast | 87 | 85 | $31 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 39 peers in Charleston Diagnostic Radiology Physician, average services per provider: 161. This provider delivers 21× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$26
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $25.92 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Francis Vento's medical specialty?
Dr. Francis Vento practices Diagnostic Radiology Physician in Charleston, SC.
Where does Dr. Francis Vento practice?
Dr. Francis Vento practices at 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 294258908. Office phone: 8437929729.
What is Dr. Francis Vento's NPI?
Dr. Francis Vento's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518352020, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Francis Vento accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Francis Vento accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Francis Vento commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Screening mammography (HCPCS 77067); Screening 3d breast mammography (HCPCS 77063); X-ray of chest, 1 view (HCPCS 71045). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.