Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. John Hicks, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Specialist · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Physician · Myrtle Beach, SC
- NPI 1528017951
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 83.6 / 100 · 2023
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
5046 Highway 17 Byp S, Suite 100
Myrtle Beach, SC 295884503
(843) 293-5100
fax (843) 293-5101
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 27, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #14089
- Medicaid (2)
- SC #140895 · SC #GP0749
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1528017951. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
11,023
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$1,114,505
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 2,036 | 828 | $120 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 1,561 | 907 | $13 | |
J2785 |
Injection, regadenoson, 0.1 mg | 888 | 222 | $56 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 818 | 386 | $168 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 732 | 649 | $181 | |
A9500 |
Technetium tc-99m sestamibi, diagnostic, per study dose | 586 | 293 | $108 | |
93296 |
Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system or implantable defibrillator system, remote up to 90 days | 454 | 182 | $20 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 419 | 343 | $84 | |
G2066 |
Interrogation device evaluation(s), (remote) up to 30 days; implantable cardiovascular physiologic monitor system, implantable loop recorder system, or subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor system, remote data acquisition(s), receipt of transmissions and tec | 417 | 89 | $44 | |
93294 |
Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system, remote up to 90 days | 352 | 140 | $28 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Myrtle Beach Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 260. This provider delivers 42× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$84
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $28.97 | |
| CVRx, INC. | 1 | $28.43 | |
| Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, Plc | 1 | $26.42 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,300
Patients
1,560
Total drug cost
$955,539
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 684 | 242 | $11,462 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 555 | 208 | $5,116 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 492 | 144 | $641,451 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 344 | 132 | $2,727 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 307 | 114 | $8,442 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 239 | 84 | $3,175 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 238 | 87 | $1,884 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 238 | 95 | $934 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 211 | 72 | $2,872 |
| Xarelto (Rivaroxaban) | Brand | 191 | 58 | $247,677 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. John Hicks's medical specialty?
Dr. John Hicks practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Myrtle Beach, SC.
Where does Dr. John Hicks practice?
Dr. John Hicks practices at 5046 Highway 17 Byp S, Myrtle Beach, SC 295884503. Office phone: 8432935100.
What is Dr. John Hicks's NPI?
Dr. John Hicks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528017951, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Hicks accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. John Hicks accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. John Hicks commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report (HCPCS 93000); Injection, regadenoson, 0.1 mg (HCPCS J2785). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.