Valerian Fernandes, MD
NPI 1912015967 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Valerian Fernandes, MD is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Charleston, SC (NPI 1912015967).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1912015967
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 22866 (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
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
618 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 | 186 | $91 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 119 | $46 |
| 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 | 86 | $16 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 58 | $11 |
| Insertion of Tube in Left Lower Heart Chamber and Coronary Artery for Diagnosis With Review By Radiologist93458 | 41 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 109 | 20 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 77 | 23 |
| Spironolactone | 65 | 23 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 49 | 13 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 48 | 14 |
| Ezetimibe | 39 | — |
| Nitroglycerin | 35 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$135 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
- 2006-08-29
- Last updated
- 2014-05-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Valerian Fernandes's NPI number?
- Valerian Fernandes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912015967, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Valerian Fernandes's specialty?
- Valerian Fernandes is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Valerian Fernandes located?
- Valerian Fernandes's practice location on file with NPPES is 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425-0001.
- What is Valerian Fernandes's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Valerian Fernandes is (843) 792-1414.
- Does Valerian Fernandes accept Medicare?
- Valerian Fernandes is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Valerian Fernandes's NPI active?
- Yes — Valerian Fernandes's NPI (1912015967) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-05-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.