Carl Foulks, M.D.
NPI 1902898562 · Gastroenterology Physician · Columbia, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carl Foulks, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Columbia, SC (NPI 1902898562).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902898562
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 93611 (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 tenure25% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
7 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
478 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 | 73 | $82 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 65 | $88 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 58 | $236 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 51 | $123 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 50 | $103 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 154 | 150 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 81 | 25 |
| Omeprazole | 58 | 25 |
| Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Acbrand: Clenpiq | 57 | 56 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 43 | 14 |
| Nortriptyline Hcl | 37 | — |
| Colestipol Hcl | 36 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$691 across 41 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 (6)
- 401 E Cheves St Ste 301Florence, SC 29506-2615Phone: (843) 777-7010Fax: (843) 777-5572
- 606 Black River Rd Ste 300Georgetown, SC 29440-3304Phone: (843) 652-8290Fax: (843) 546-8216
- 606 Black River Rd Ste 301Georgetown, SC 29440-3304Phone: (843) 527-3428Fax: (843) 546-8216
- 4040 Highway 17 Unit 302Murrells Inlet, SC 29576-5098Phone: (843) 652-8290Fax: (843) 652-8299
- 2200 Crow Ln Ste 102Myrtle Beach, SC 29577-1663Phone: (843) 848-5120Fax: (843) 848-5125
- 2200 Crow Ln Ste 302Myrtle Beach, SC 29577-1663Phone: (843) 848-5320Fax: (843) 652-8299
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-19
- Last updated
- 2025-10-29
- Certified
- 2025-10-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carl Foulks's NPI number?
- Carl Foulks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902898562, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carl Foulks's specialty?
- Carl Foulks is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carl Foulks located?
- Carl Foulks's practice location on file with NPPES is 3 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 120, Columbia, SC 29203-6850.
- What is Carl Foulks's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carl Foulks is (803) 434-8866.
- Does Carl Foulks accept Medicare?
- Carl Foulks is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carl Foulks's NPI active?
- Yes — Carl Foulks's NPI (1902898562) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.