Nelson Ploch, M.D.
NPI 1205824489 · Urology Physician · North Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nelson Ploch, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in North Charleston, SC (NPI 1205824489).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205824489
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 17562 (SC)
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
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
18,848 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 | 5,338 | $120 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 5,285 | $16 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 3,478 | $3 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,470 | $86 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 673 | $13 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 50 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 1,424 | 332 |
| Testosterone Cypionate | 958 | 178 |
| Dutasteride | 890 | 190 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 870 | 245 |
| Anastrozole | 593 | 174 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 592 | 429 |
| Nitrofurantoin Macrocrystalbrand: Nitrofurantoin | 551 | 144 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,740 across 88 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
- 2005-10-11
- Last updated
- 2014-04-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nelson Ploch's NPI number?
- Nelson Ploch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205824489, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nelson Ploch's specialty?
- Nelson Ploch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nelson Ploch located?
- Nelson Ploch's practice location on file with NPPES is 2890 Tricom Street, North Charleston, SC 29406-9171.
- What is Nelson Ploch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nelson Ploch is (843) 797-6600.
- Does Nelson Ploch accept Medicare?
- Nelson Ploch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nelson Ploch's NPI active?
- Yes — Nelson Ploch's NPI (1205824489) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-04-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.