John Metcalf, MD
NPI 1255355178 · Anatomic Pathology Physician · Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Metcalf, MD is a Anatomic Pathology Physician provider in Charleston, SC (NPI 1255355178).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255355178
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 7286 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 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
2,458 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 1,881 | $34 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 92 | $32 |
| Microscopic Genetic Analysis of Tumor, Using Computer-Assisted Technology88361 | 86 | $40 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 82 | $31 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately High Complexity88307 | 79 | $75 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 73 | $26 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-26
- Last updated
- 2020-10-21
- Certified
- 2020-10-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Metcalf's NPI number?
- John Metcalf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255355178, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Metcalf's specialty?
- John Metcalf is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Metcalf located?
- John Metcalf's practice location on file with NPPES is 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425-0001.
- What is John Metcalf's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Metcalf is (843) 792-1414.
- Does John Metcalf accept Medicare?
- John Metcalf is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Metcalf's NPI active?
- Yes — John Metcalf's NPI (1255355178) 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.