Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Andrew Palmer, PA-C
Surgical Physician Assistant (CMS: Physician Assistant) · Columbia, SC
- NPI 1538141973
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 57.0 / 100 · 2023
- 23 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1910 Blanding St
Columbia, SC 292013520
(803) 256-4107 - Mailing address
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Po Box 6069
West Columbia, SC 291716069
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 6, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363AS0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #2298
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538141973. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,126
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$91,027
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 462 | 266 | $101 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 127 | 127 | $132 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 125 | 101 | $9 | |
22853 |
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion | 67 | 44 | $32 | |
72040 |
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views | 52 | 46 | $9 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 50 | 48 | $71 | |
72110 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views | 38 | 37 | $11 | |
22845 |
Placement of stabilizing device to front, 2-3 spine bone segments | 37 | 35 | $91 | |
72170 |
X-ray of pelvis, 1-2 views | 37 | 29 | $7 | |
22558 |
Fusion of lower spine bone through abdomen with partial removal of disc | 32 | 32 | $176 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in Columbia Surgical Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 103. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$244
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, INC. | 6 | $132.21 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 2 | $111.52 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
701
Patients
412
Total drug cost
$5,200
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 159 | 132 | $1,437 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 135 | 60 | $1,185 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 80 | 53 | $407 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 75 | 54 | $505 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 60 | 30 | $422 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 56 | 40 | $250 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 41 | 16 | $240 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 25 | 14 | $128 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 21 | 0 | $206 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 20 | 0 | $229 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Andrew Palmer's medical specialty?
Dr. Andrew Palmer practices Surgical Physician Assistant in Columbia, SC.
Where does Dr. Andrew Palmer practice?
Dr. Andrew Palmer practices at 1910 Blanding St, Columbia, SC 292013520. Office phone: 8032564107.
What is Dr. Andrew Palmer's NPI?
Dr. Andrew Palmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538141973, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Andrew Palmer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Andrew Palmer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Andrew Palmer commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views (HCPCS 72100). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.