Kristen Hood Watson, M.D.
NPI 1245525070 · Family Medicine Physician · Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kristen Hood Watson, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Charleston, SC (NPI 1245525070).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245525070
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- LL33726 (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
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
377 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 35 Minutes99232 | 100 | $74 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 77 | $117 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 40 | $8 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 39 | $111 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 24 | $76 |
| 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'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 39 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 129 | 41 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 99 | 31 |
| Losartan Potassium | 58 | 20 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 44 | 14 |
| Spironolactone | 31 | — |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 30 | — |
| Sertraline Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-06-09
- Last updated
- 2020-10-21
- Certified
- 2020-10-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kristen Hood Watson's NPI number?
- Kristen Hood Watson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245525070, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kristen Hood Watson's specialty?
- Kristen Hood Watson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kristen Hood Watson located?
- Kristen Hood Watson's practice location on file with NPPES is 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425-8908.
- What is Kristen Hood Watson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kristen Hood Watson is (843) 792-1414.
- Does Kristen Hood Watson accept Medicare?
- Kristen Hood Watson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kristen Hood Watson's NPI active?
- Yes — Kristen Hood Watson's NPI (1245525070) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.