Thomas Schaefer, MD
NPI 1831190230 · Family Medicine Physician · Myrtle Beach, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Schaefer, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Myrtle Beach, SC (NPI 1831190230).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831190230
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 93521 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 60 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 216 | 58 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 105 | 27 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 105 | 29 |
| Furosemide | 98 | 30 |
| Gabapentin | 80 | 27 |
| Omeprazole | 80 | 27 |
| Lisinopril | 77 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-09
- Last updated
- 2026-03-26
- Certified
- 2026-03-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Schaefer's NPI number?
- Thomas Schaefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831190230, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Schaefer's specialty?
- Thomas Schaefer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Schaefer located?
- Thomas Schaefer's practice location on file with NPPES is 3725 Renee Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579-4109.
- What is Thomas Schaefer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Schaefer is (843) 350-1124.
- Does Thomas Schaefer accept Medicare?
- Thomas Schaefer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Schaefer's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Schaefer's NPI (1831190230) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.