Bruce Goeckeritz, MD
NPI 1366552796 · Internal Medicine Physician · West Columbia, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Bruce Goeckeritz, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in West Columbia, SC (NPI 1366552796).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1366552796
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 31856 (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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,799 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 | 796 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 573 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 469 | $118 |
| 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 | 402 | $16 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 315 | $109 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 55 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 590 | 137 |
| Prednisone | 527 | 149 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 428 | 118 |
| Gabapentin | 307 | 79 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 259 | 61 |
| Pregabalin | 224 | 41 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$366 across 16 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 146 E Hospital DrSte 550West Columbia, SC 29169Phone: (803) 936-7410Fax: (803) 936-7412
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-30
- Last updated
- 2026-05-27
- Certified
- 2026-05-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bruce Goeckeritz's NPI number?
- Bruce Goeckeritz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366552796, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Bruce Goeckeritz's specialty?
- Bruce Goeckeritz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Bruce Goeckeritz located?
- Bruce Goeckeritz's practice location on file with NPPES is 145 Sunset Ct Ste 200, West Columbia, SC 29169-2464.
- What is Bruce Goeckeritz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Bruce Goeckeritz is (803) 314-9360.
- Does Bruce Goeckeritz accept Medicare?
- Bruce Goeckeritz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Bruce Goeckeritz's NPI active?
- Yes — Bruce Goeckeritz's NPI (1366552796) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.