Lori Hess, MD
NPI 1750344818 · Family Medicine Physician · Murrells Inlet, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lori Hess, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Murrells Inlet, SC (NPI 1750344818).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1750344818
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 24379 (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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,410 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 | 1,241 | $120 |
| 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'SG2211 | 1,044 | $16 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 953 | $9 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 374 | $59 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 272 | $85 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 141 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 836 | 255 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 580 | 162 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 498 | 149 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 467 | 137 |
| Losartan Potassium | 417 | 128 |
| Lisinopril | 391 | 114 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$740 across 38 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 (1)
- 3015 West Palmetto StreetFlorence, SC 29501-5935Phone: (843) 777-6870
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-10
- Last updated
- 2025-12-03
- Certified
- 2025-12-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lori Hess's NPI number?
- Lori Hess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1750344818, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lori Hess's specialty?
- Lori Hess is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lori Hess located?
- Lori Hess's practice location on file with NPPES is 11916 Highway 707 Ste D, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576-9610.
- What is Lori Hess's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lori Hess is (843) 652-8450.
- Does Lori Hess accept Medicare?
- Lori Hess is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lori Hess's NPI active?
- Yes — Lori Hess's NPI (1750344818) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.