Alex Mcpherson, M.D.
NPI 1235492240 · Hospitalist Physician · Columbia, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alex Mcpherson, M.D. is a Hospitalist Physician provider in Columbia, SC (NPI 1235492240).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235492240
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospitalist PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 34952 (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 tenure28% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,034 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 464 | $116 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 241 | $113 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 219 | $78 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 42 | $74 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 34 | $199 |
| Prolonged Hospital Inpatient Or Observation Care Evaluation and Management Service(s) Beyond the Total Time for the Primary Service (when the Primary Service Has Been Selected Using Time on the Date of the Primary Service); Each Additional 15 Minutes By ThG0316 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 30 | 20 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 29 | 29 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 29 | 16 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 27 | 15 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 27 | — |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 19 | 18 |
| Amlodipine Besylate |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- Taylor at MarionColumbia, SC 29220-6877Phone: (803) 434-3955
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-06-25
- Last updated
- 2025-07-10
- Certified
- 2025-07-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alex Mcpherson's NPI number?
- Alex Mcpherson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235492240, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alex Mcpherson's specialty?
- Alex Mcpherson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospitalist Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alex Mcpherson located?
- Alex Mcpherson's practice location on file with NPPES is 14 Richland Medical Park Dr, Columbia, SC 29203.
- What is Alex Mcpherson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alex Mcpherson is (803) 434-6771.
- Does Alex Mcpherson accept Medicare?
- Alex Mcpherson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alex Mcpherson's NPI active?
- Yes — Alex Mcpherson's NPI (1235492240) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.