Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Schnell, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Specialist · Charleston, SC
- NPI 1679523070
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 98.7 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2073 Charlie Hall Blvd
Charleston, SC 294145834
(843) 571-0643
fax (843) 377-0499
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 14, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- South Carolina #37760 · South Carolina #19258
- Medicaid
- SC #T33997
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679523070. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,356
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$295,588
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 689 | 428 | $121 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 218 | 216 | $241 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 211 | 198 | $95 | |
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 168 | 82 | $32 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 166 | 166 | $159 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 164 | 138 | $86 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 155 | 153 | $113 | |
43450 |
Dilation of esophagus | 85 | 77 | $38 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 85 | 84 | $171 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 79 | 79 | $107 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in this city , average services per provider: 75. This provider delivers 31× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,039
Transactions
100
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 27 | $382.45 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 10 | $277.44 | |
| Ardelyx, Inc. | 8 | $167.42 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 10 | $149.48 | |
| Gilead Sciences, Inc. | 7 | $137.42 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 6 | $121.39 | |
| AIMMUNE THERAPEUTICS, INC. | 5 | $108.38 | |
| GENZYME CORPORATION | 4 | $97.48 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 6 | $91.66 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 4 | $74.96 | |
| IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS, INC | 3 | $65.45 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 3 | $58.37 | |
| Organon Llc | 2 | $55.59 | |
| QOL Medical, LLC | 2 | $51.33 | |
| Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 3 | $46.09 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,460
Patients
730
Total drug cost
$278,557
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 557 | 198 | $11,487 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 166 | 69 | $194,656 |
| Peg 3350-Electrolyte (Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Peg) | Brand | 158 | 148 | $3,637 |
| Sutab (Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulf) | Brand | 100 | 91 | $16,920 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 78 | 25 | $6,837 |
| Colestipol Hcl | Generic | 74 | 26 | $7,643 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 51 | 15 | $953 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 49 | 22 | $1,378 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates) | Brand | 48 | 48 | $3,613 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 38 | 27 | $1,138 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Schnell's medical specialty?
Dr. James Schnell practices Gastroenterology Physician in Charleston, SC.
Where does Dr. James Schnell practice?
Dr. James Schnell practices at 2073 Charlie Hall Blvd, Charleston, SC 294145834. Office phone: 8435710643.
What is Dr. James Schnell's NPI?
Dr. James Schnell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679523070, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Schnell accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Schnell accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Schnell commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.