Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nelson Ploch, M.D.
Urology Physician (CMS: Urology) · North Charleston, SC
- NPI 1205824489
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 83.3 / 100 · 2023
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2890 Tricom Street
North Charleston, SC 294069171
(843) 797-6600
fax (843) 820-1440
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 17, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208800000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #17562
- Medicaid
- SC #GP4871
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1205824489. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
15,777
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$1,199,478
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 5,816 | 1,576 | $121 | |
81002 |
Urinalysis, manual test | 3,520 | 1,081 | $3 | |
J9030 |
Bcg live intravesical instillation, 1 mg | 1,553 | 11 | $3 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 1,104 | 631 | $86 | |
51798 |
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding | 531 | 358 | $10 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 503 | 107 | $13 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 470 | 221 | $8 | |
52000 |
Diagnostic exam of bladder and urethra using an endoscope | 392 | 276 | $212 | |
J9217 |
Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg | 292 | 32 | $171 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 246 | 246 | $158 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in North Charleston Urology Physician, average services per provider: 285. This provider delivers 55× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,740
Transactions
83
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sumitomo Pharma America, INC. | 23 | $334.33 | |
| Astellas Pharma US INC | 11 | $235.42 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 9 | $229.57 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 15 | $196.21 | |
| Axonics, INC. | 4 | $105.93 | |
| Teleflex LLC | 3 | $89.40 | |
| Coloplast Corp | 3 | $88.55 | |
| Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC | 3 | $83.11 | |
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 3 | $63.35 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 2 | $48.32 | |
| Blue Earth Diagnostics Limited | 2 | $46.57 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 2 | $33.55 | |
| Urogen Pharma, INC. | 1 | $28.56 | |
| Abc Home Medical Supply, INC. | 1 | $27.10 | |
| Antares Pharma, INC. | 1 | $26.91 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
6,436
Patients
2,342
Total drug cost
$436,674
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfuzosin Hcl ER (Alfuzosin Hcl) | Brand | 1,126 | 295 | $36,407 |
| Dutasteride | Generic | 761 | 185 | $25,533 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 693 | 194 | $11,667 |
| Testosterone Cypionate | Generic | 654 | 123 | $27,056 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 554 | 403 | $8,307 |
| Anastrozole | Generic | 424 | 120 | $6,637 |
| Nitrofurantoin (Nitrofurantoin Macrocrystal) | Brand | 408 | 121 | $15,745 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 291 | 169 | $2,671 |
| Fluconazole | Generic | 252 | 116 | $1,767 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 247 | 159 | $3,671 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nelson Ploch's medical specialty?
Dr. Nelson Ploch practices Urology Physician in North Charleston, SC.
Where does Dr. Nelson Ploch practice?
Dr. Nelson Ploch practices at 2890 Tricom Street, North Charleston, SC 294069171. Office phone: 8437976600.
What is Dr. Nelson Ploch's NPI?
Dr. Nelson Ploch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205824489, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nelson Ploch accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nelson Ploch accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nelson Ploch commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Urinalysis, manual test (HCPCS 81002); Bcg live intravesical instillation, 1 mg (HCPCS J9030). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.