Brian Hess, M.D.
NPI 1770898900 · Hematology (Internal Medicine) Physician · Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapy · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Hess, M.D. is a Hematology (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in Charleston, SC (NPI 1770898900).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1770898900
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 125-058489 (IL)
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
15 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
509 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 | 162 | $91 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 123 | $111 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 88 | $74 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 52 | $62 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 44 | $170 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Acyclovir | 78 | 26 |
| Zanubrutinibbrand: Brukinsa | 67 | 21 |
| Allopurinol | 28 | 18 |
| Prednisone | 21 | 12 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 16 | — |
| Acalabrutinib Maleatebrand: Calquence | 15 | — |
| Pegfilgrastim-Cbqvbrand: Udenyca | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$65 across 2 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
- 2010-08-12
- Last updated
- 2022-03-02
- Certified
- 2022-03-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Hess's NPI number?
- Brian Hess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770898900, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Hess's specialty?
- Brian Hess is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brian Hess located?
- Brian Hess's practice location on file with NPPES is 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425-8908.
- What is Brian Hess's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Hess is (843) 792-1414.
- Does Brian Hess accept Medicare?
- Brian Hess is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Hess's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Hess's NPI (1770898900) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-03-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.