Rakesh Chokshi, M.D.
NPI 1053311134 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Florence, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rakesh Chokshi, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Florence, SC (NPI 1053311134).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053311134
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 21820 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
987 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 256 | $117 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 107 | $47 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 92 | $167 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, Each Additional Segment63048 | 79 | $186 |
| Insertion of Cage Or Mesh Device to Spine Bone and Disc Space During Spine Fusion22853 | 57 | $232 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 370 | 218 |
| Methylprednisolone | 178 | 167 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 174 | 139 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 150 | 114 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 102 | 88 |
| Gabapentin | 69 | 41 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 48 | 40 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$121,037 across 35 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-29
- Last updated
- 2021-02-01
- Certified
- 2021-02-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rakesh Chokshi's NPI number?
- Rakesh Chokshi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053311134, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rakesh Chokshi's specialty?
- Rakesh Chokshi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rakesh Chokshi located?
- Rakesh Chokshi's practice location on file with NPPES is 800 E Cheves St Ste 480-B, Florence, SC 29506-2650.
- What is Rakesh Chokshi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rakesh Chokshi is (843) 432-1880.
- Does Rakesh Chokshi accept Medicare?
- Rakesh Chokshi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rakesh Chokshi's NPI active?
- Yes — Rakesh Chokshi's NPI (1053311134) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.