Chris Kennedy, M.D.
NPI 1598714198 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Ladson, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Chris Kennedy, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Ladson, SC (NPI 1598714198).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598714198
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 20842 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
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
3,645 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 | 898 | $120 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 308 | $96 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 293 | $13 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System Or Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days93296 | 258 | $19 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System, Remote Up to 90 Days93294 | 257 | $28 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 44 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 250 | 66 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 235 | 88 |
| Furosemide | 199 | 72 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 193 | 67 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 185 | 66 |
| Carvedilol | 150 | 51 |
| Amlodipine Besylate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$470 across 25 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
- 2006-05-09
- Last updated
- 2017-04-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chris Kennedy's NPI number?
- Chris Kennedy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598714198, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Chris Kennedy's specialty?
- Chris Kennedy is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Chris Kennedy located?
- Chris Kennedy's practice location on file with NPPES is 3601 Ladson Rd, Ladson, SC 29456-4304.
- What is Chris Kennedy's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Chris Kennedy is (843) 285-2500.
- Does Chris Kennedy accept Medicare?
- Chris Kennedy is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Chris Kennedy's NPI active?
- Yes — Chris Kennedy's NPI (1598714198) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-04-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.