Kevin Rust, MD
NPI 1821172560 · Otolaryngology Physician · Greenwood, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kevin Rust, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Greenwood, SC (NPI 1821172560).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821172560
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 18311 (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
19 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
2,928 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 | 1,018 | $84 |
| Professional Service for Preparation and Provision of 1 Or More Antigens95165 | 709 | $13 |
| Professional Service for Multiple Injections of Allergen95117 | 406 | $11 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 183 | $104 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 147 | $44 |
| Professional Service for Single Injection of Allergen95115 | 127 | $9 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 50 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 805 | 226 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 445 | 147 |
| Azithromycin | 341 | 166 |
| Mupirocin | 265 | 164 |
| Prednisone | 264 | 142 |
| Famotidine | 149 | 68 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 141 | 76 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$152 across 4 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
- 2006-10-25
- Last updated
- 2024-07-09
- Certified
- 2024-07-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kevin Rust's NPI number?
- Kevin Rust's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821172560, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kevin Rust's specialty?
- Kevin Rust is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kevin Rust located?
- Kevin Rust's practice location on file with NPPES is 1015 Spring St, Greenwood, SC 29646.
- What is Kevin Rust's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kevin Rust is (864) 227-6741.
- Does Kevin Rust accept Medicare?
- Kevin Rust is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kevin Rust's NPI active?
- Yes — Kevin Rust's NPI (1821172560) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.