Debby Desalvo, D.O.
NPI 1225034192 · Nephrology Physician · Myrtle Beach, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Debby Desalvo, D.O. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Myrtle Beach, SC (NPI 1225034192).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1225034192
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 890 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
3,285 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 340 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 339 | $119 |
| Blood Test, Basic Group of Blood Chemicals (calcium, Total)80048 | 303 | $8 |
| 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 | 281 | $16 |
| Creatinine Level to Test for Kidney Function Or Muscle Injury82570 | 268 | $5 |
| Magnesium Level83735 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Torsemide | 109 | 42 |
| Olmesartan Medoxomil | 72 | 25 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 48 | 12 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 46 | 22 |
| Chlorthalidone | 31 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 28 | 16 |
| Amlodipine Bes/Olmesartan Medbrand: Amlodipine-Olmesartan | 27 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$559 across 17 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
- 2005-06-24
- Last updated
- 2025-01-16
- Certified
- 2025-01-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Debby Desalvo's NPI number?
- Debby Desalvo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225034192, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Debby Desalvo's specialty?
- Debby Desalvo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Debby Desalvo located?
- Debby Desalvo's practice location on file with NPPES is 945 82nd Pkwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572-4612.
- What is Debby Desalvo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Debby Desalvo is (843) 497-5929.
- Does Debby Desalvo accept Medicare?
- Debby Desalvo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Debby Desalvo's NPI active?
- Yes — Debby Desalvo's NPI (1225034192) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.