Phillip Latham, MD
NPI 1437178548 · Dermatology Physician · Sumter, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Phillip Latham, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Sumter, SC (NPI 1437178548).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437178548
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- BL4905850 (SC)
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
19 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
11,212 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 3,428 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 2,334 | $89 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 1,306 | $94 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 1,274 | $52 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 900 | $126 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, Each Additional Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 250 | 170 |
| Mupirocin | 145 | 120 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Syringe | 77 | — |
| Hydrocortisone | 68 | 48 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 62 | 46 |
| Ketoconazole | 60 | 39 |
| Apremilastbrand: Otezla | 55 | — |
| Fluocinonide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,920 across 130 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
- 2006-07-19
- Last updated
- 2025-09-29
- Certified
- 2025-09-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Phillip Latham's NPI number?
- Phillip Latham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437178548, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Phillip Latham's specialty?
- Phillip Latham is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Phillip Latham located?
- Phillip Latham's practice location on file with NPPES is 560 Constitution Dr, Sumter, SC 29154-8175.
- What is Phillip Latham's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Phillip Latham is (803) 775-4469.
- Does Phillip Latham accept Medicare?
- Phillip Latham is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Phillip Latham's NPI active?
- Yes — Phillip Latham's NPI (1437178548) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.