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Dr. John Abess, MD
Psychiatry Physician (CMS: Psychiatry) · Charleston, SC
- NPI 1578549523
- 51 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
46C State St
Charleston, SC 294012810
(843) 577-0303
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 2, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1975 — 51 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084P0800X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #7693
- Medicaid
- SC #076937
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1578549523. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
430
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$30,865
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 216 | 35 | $80 | |
90833 |
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes | 214 | 35 | $63 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 29 peers in Charleston Psychiatry Physician, average services per provider: 107. This provider delivers 4.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
584
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$12,278
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quetiapine Fumarate | Generic | 60 | 0 | $2,574 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 54 | 0 | $561 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 53 | 0 | $453 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 51 | 0 | $640 |
| Lamotrigine | Generic | 42 | 0 | $784 |
| Fluoxetine Hcl | Generic | 39 | 0 | $377 |
| Mirtazapine | Generic | 38 | 0 | $1,424 |
| Citalopram Hbr (Citalopram Hydrobromide) | Brand | 37 | 0 | $201 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 36 | 0 | $545 |
| Bupropion Hcl SR (Bupropion Hcl) | Brand | 35 | 0 | $433 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. John Abess's medical specialty?
Dr. John Abess practices Psychiatry Physician in Charleston, SC.
Where does Dr. John Abess practice?
Dr. John Abess practices at 46C State St, Charleston, SC 294012810. Office phone: 8435770303.
What is Dr. John Abess's NPI?
Dr. John Abess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578549523, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Abess accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. John Abess does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. John Abess commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit (HCPCS 90833). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.