Carol Ketchen, MD
NPI 1578517470 · Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician · Spartanburg, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carol Ketchen, MD is a Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician provider in Spartanburg, SC (NPI 1578517470).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578517470
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Obstetrics & Gynecology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 14819 (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
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
553 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 211 | $87 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 206 | $122 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 48 | $2 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 40 | $106 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Uterus, Ovaries, Tubes, Cervix and Pelvic Area Through Vagina76830 | 27 | $112 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 21 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Estradiol | 250 | 91 |
| Fluconazole | 79 | 48 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 49 | 15 |
| Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dipbrand: Clotrimazole-Betamethasone | 42 | 34 |
| Alprazolam | 32 | — |
| Lorazepam | 29 | — |
| Medroxyprogesterone Acetate | 28 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$521 across 29 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
- 2006-05-22
- Last updated
- 2021-01-28
- Certified
- 2021-01-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carol Ketchen's NPI number?
- Carol Ketchen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578517470, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carol Ketchen's specialty?
- Carol Ketchen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carol Ketchen located?
- Carol Ketchen's practice location on file with NPPES is 1686 Skylyn Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29307.
- What is Carol Ketchen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carol Ketchen is (864) 585-3456.
- Does Carol Ketchen accept Medicare?
- Carol Ketchen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carol Ketchen's NPI active?
- Yes — Carol Ketchen's NPI (1578517470) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-01-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.