Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Julius Ivester, MD
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Charleston, SC
- NPI 1609816834
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 41.7 / 100 · 2023
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
125 Doughty St, Ste 420
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 723-3440
fax (843) 805-4040 - Additional location
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2095 Henry Tecklenburg Dr
Charleston, SC 294145733
(843) 402-1436 - Mailing address
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Po Box 22206
Charleston, SC 294132206
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 19, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #12379
- Medicaid
- SC #123798
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1609816834. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
477
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$51,754
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 139 | 81 | $92 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 71 | 43 | $12 | |
27096 |
Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance | 52 | 32 | $93 | |
62321 |
Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance | 39 | 21 | $102 | |
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 34 | 19 | $0 | |
93312 |
Ultrasound of heart with probe in esophagus, with report | 27 | 27 | $101 | |
J1040 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg | 25 | 14 | $10 | |
36620 |
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin | 20 | 20 | $42 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 18 | 11 | $126 | |
Q9967 |
Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml | 17 | 12 | $0 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 92 peers in Charleston Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 40. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$29
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atricure, INC. | 1 | $29.06 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
84
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$4,374
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 24 | 0 | $1,701 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 23 | 0 | $884 |
| Fentanyl | Generic | 13 | 0 | $837 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | Generic | 12 | 0 | $683 |
| Morphine Sulfate ER (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $271 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Julius Ivester's medical specialty?
Dr. Julius Ivester practices Anesthesiology Physician in Charleston, SC.
Where does Dr. Julius Ivester practice?
Dr. Julius Ivester practices at 125 Doughty St, Charleston, SC 29403. Office phone: 8437233440.
What is Dr. Julius Ivester's NPI?
Dr. Julius Ivester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609816834, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Julius Ivester accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Julius Ivester accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Julius Ivester commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance (HCPCS 62323); Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older) (HCPCS 99152); Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance (HCPCS 27096). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.