Jose Hernandez, M.D.
NPI 1578755773 · Gastroenterology Physician · Myrtle Beach, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jose Hernandez, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Myrtle Beach, SC (NPI 1578755773).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578755773
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2018-02906 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,202 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 | 235 | $121 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 224 | $234 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 150 | $96 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 134 | $158 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 97 | $92 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 305 | 124 |
| Omeprazole | 166 | 63 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 107 | 39 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 73 | 68 |
| Famotidine | 45 | 21 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 34 | 31 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 33 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,999 across 108 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 1248 Huffman Mill Rd Ste 201Burlington, NC 27215-8700Phone: (336) 586-4001Fax: (336) 586-4002
- 240 Hospital Dr NeBolivia, NC 28422-8346Phone: (910) 721-2070Fax: (910) 721-2074
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-08-13
- Last updated
- 2025-11-25
- Certified
- 2025-11-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jose Hernandez's NPI number?
- Jose Hernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578755773, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jose Hernandez's specialty?
- Jose Hernandez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jose Hernandez located?
- Jose Hernandez's practice location on file with NPPES is 7900 N Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572-3055.
- What is Jose Hernandez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jose Hernandez is (843) 449-3381.
- Does Jose Hernandez accept Medicare?
- Jose Hernandez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jose Hernandez's NPI active?
- Yes — Jose Hernandez's NPI (1578755773) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.