Frederick Talip, M.D.
NPI 1417954843 · Rheumatology Physician · West Columbia, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Frederick Talip, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in West Columbia, SC (NPI 1417954843).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417954843
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 200400760 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 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
1,853 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 480 | $119 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 383 | $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 | 366 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 213 | $84 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 72 | $56 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 418 | 114 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 260 | 79 |
| Prednisone | 187 | 78 |
| Celecoxib | 184 | 50 |
| Meloxicam | 159 | 49 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 150 | 17 |
| Allopurinol | 150 | 39 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$999 across 43 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
- 2005-06-30
- Last updated
- 2020-11-11
- Certified
- 2020-11-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Frederick Talip's NPI number?
- Frederick Talip's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417954843, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Frederick Talip's specialty?
- Frederick Talip is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Frederick Talip located?
- Frederick Talip's practice location on file with NPPES is 146 E. Hospital Dr., West Columbia, SC 29036.
- What is Frederick Talip's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Frederick Talip is (803) 936-7410.
- Does Frederick Talip accept Medicare?
- Frederick Talip is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Frederick Talip's NPI active?
- Yes — Frederick Talip's NPI (1417954843) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-11-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.