Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Douglas Head, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Internal Medicine Physician · Murrells Inlet, SC
- NPI 1851383459
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 83.6 / 100 · 2023
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4630 Hwy 17 Bypass
Murrells Inlet, SC 295762662
(843) 357-1299
fax (843) 357-2264 - Mailing address
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5046 Highway 17 Byp S, Ste 100
Myrtle Beach, SC 295884503
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 25, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #12647
- Medicaid (2)
- SC #126474 · SC #GP0975
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1851383459. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,617
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$228,418
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 756 | 578 | $13 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 653 | 394 | $85 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 214 | 214 | $156 | |
J2785 |
Injection, regadenoson, 0.1 mg | 184 | 46 | $55 | |
A9500 |
Technetium tc-99m sestamibi, diagnostic, per study dose | 146 | 73 | $108 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 137 | 113 | $119 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 128 | 128 | $181 | |
93015 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision and review by physician | 79 | 79 | $58 | |
78452 |
Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect | 73 | 73 | $401 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 49 | 29 | $21 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Murrells Inlet Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 172. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$65
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| CVRx, INC. | 2 | $35.55 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $28.97 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,723
Patients
591
Total drug cost
$327,765
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 271 | 102 | $5,764 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 252 | 88 | $3,463 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 173 | 48 | $213,557 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 129 | 48 | $912 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 127 | 51 | $658 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 123 | 40 | $702 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 121 | 38 | $1,377 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 90 | 32 | $822 |
| Flecainide Acetate | Generic | 82 | 24 | $4,938 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 77 | 30 | $662 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Douglas Head's medical specialty?
Dr. Douglas Head practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Murrells Inlet, SC.
Where does Dr. Douglas Head practice?
Dr. Douglas Head practices at 4630 Hwy 17 Bypass, Murrells Inlet, SC 295762662. Office phone: 8433571299.
What is Dr. Douglas Head's NPI?
Dr. Douglas Head's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851383459, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Douglas Head accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Douglas Head accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Douglas Head commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report (HCPCS 93000); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.