Edward Tavel, M.D.
NPI 1508833468 · Pain Medicine Physician · Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Tavel, M.D. is a Pain Medicine Physician provider in Charleston, SC (NPI 1508833468).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508833468
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 16626 (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
20 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
1,564 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 325 | $233 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 114 | $45 |
| Destruction of Lower Or Sacral Spinal Facet Joint Nerves Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Facet Joint64636 | 113 | $216 |
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast72148 | 110 | $173 |
| Injection of Substance Into Middle Or Upper Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62321 | 104 | $229 |
| 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 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 197 | 125 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 189 | 123 |
| Gabapentin | 78 | 51 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 52 | 34 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 46 | 34 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 42 | 28 |
| Morphine Sulfate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$225 across 4 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
- 2006-02-28
- Last updated
- 2013-08-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Tavel's NPI number?
- Edward Tavel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508833468, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Tavel's specialty?
- Edward Tavel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Tavel located?
- Edward Tavel's practice location on file with NPPES is 2695 Elms Plantation Blvd., Charleston, SC 29406.
- What is Edward Tavel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Tavel is (843) 818-1181.
- Does Edward Tavel accept Medicare?
- Edward Tavel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Tavel's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Tavel's NPI (1508833468) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-08-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.