Marcono Hines, MD
NPI 1932375631 · Nephrology Physician · Columbia, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Marcono Hines, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Columbia, SC (NPI 1932375631).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1932375631
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 34269 (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
18 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
2,180 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kidney Function Blood Test Panel80069 | 263 | $8 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 250 | $74 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 214 | $95 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 197 | $8 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 160 | $8 |
| 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'S |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sucroferric Oxyhydroxidebrand: Velphoro | 98 | 24 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 53 | 22 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 50 | — |
| Furosemide | 42 | 14 |
| Gentamicin Sulfate | 41 | 26 |
| Epoetin Alfabrand: Procrit | 37 | — |
| Ferric Citratebrand: Auryxia | 29 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$185 across 9 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
- 2008-05-02
- Last updated
- 2017-08-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Marcono Hines's NPI number?
- Marcono Hines's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932375631, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Marcono Hines's specialty?
- Marcono Hines is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Marcono Hines located?
- Marcono Hines's practice location on file with NPPES is 121 Park Central Dr, Columbia, SC 29203-6476.
- What is Marcono Hines's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Marcono Hines is (803) 252-9907.
- Does Marcono Hines accept Medicare?
- Marcono Hines is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Marcono Hines's NPI active?
- Yes — Marcono Hines's NPI (1932375631) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-08-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.