John Cheape, M.D.
NPI 1164505491 · Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician · Augusta, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Colorectal Surgery (proctology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Cheape, M.D. is a Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician provider in Augusta, GA (NPI 1164505491).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164505491
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Colon & Rectal Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036121G (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
557 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 141 | $84 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope With Electrical Cautery45384 | 75 | $180 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 56 | $104 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 47 | $47 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Rectum and Lower Large Bowel Using an Endoscope45300 | 34 | $113 |
| Colorectal Cancer Screening; Colonoscopy on Individual at High Risk |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 41 | 37 |
| Metronidazole | 27 | 24 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 27 | 22 |
| Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropinebrand: Diphenoxylate-Atropine | 23 | — |
| Neomycin Sulfate | 19 | 18 |
| Loperamide Hclbrand: Loperamide | 18 | — |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$211 across 4 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
- 2006-10-23
- Last updated
- 2021-10-15
- Certified
- 2021-10-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Cheape's NPI number?
- John Cheape's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164505491, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Cheape's specialty?
- John Cheape is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Cheape located?
- John Cheape's practice location on file with NPPES is 1348 Walton Way Ste 6500, Augusta, GA 30901-5111.
- What is John Cheape's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Cheape is (706) 722-2118.
- Does John Cheape accept Medicare?
- John Cheape is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Cheape's NPI active?
- Yes — John Cheape's NPI (1164505491) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-10-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.