Valerie Sinkler, M.D.
NPI 1508029885 · Family Medicine Physician · North Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Valerie Sinkler, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in North Charleston, SC (NPI 1508029885).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508029885
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 29785 (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
17 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
658 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 326 | $74 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 113 | $111 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 107 | $161 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 64 | $107 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 36 | $76 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 12 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) |
|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 37 |
| Fluticasone/Vilanterolbrand: Breo Ellipta | 26 |
| Allopurinol | 24 |
| Levetiracetam | 23 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 18 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 15 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 13 |
| Lisinopril | 13 |
| Olmesartan Medoxomil | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$206 across 3 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
- 2008-07-07
- Last updated
- 2015-07-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Valerie Sinkler's NPI number?
- Valerie Sinkler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508029885, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Valerie Sinkler's specialty?
- Valerie Sinkler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Valerie Sinkler located?
- Valerie Sinkler's practice location on file with NPPES is 9330 Medical Plaza Dr, North Charleston, SC 29406-9104.
- What is Valerie Sinkler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Valerie Sinkler is (843) 847-3225.
- Does Valerie Sinkler accept Medicare?
- Valerie Sinkler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Valerie Sinkler's NPI active?
- Yes — Valerie Sinkler's NPI (1508029885) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-07-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.