Jay Altemus, P.A.
NPI 1942302062 · Surgical Physician Assistant · West Columbia, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jay Altemus, P.A. is a Surgical Physician Assistant provider in West Columbia, SC (NPI 1942302062).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942302062
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgical Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- P.A.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 1037 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
691 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 | 126 | $102 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 118 | $132 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 81 | $71 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 67 | $35 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, Each Additional Segment63048 | 34 | $26 |
| Insertion of Cage Or Mesh Device to Spine Bone and Disc Space During Spine Fusion22853 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 107 | 40 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 61 | 50 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 55 | 32 |
| Methocarbamol | 54 | 38 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 39 | 20 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 39 | 27 |
| Naloxone Hcl | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$18 across 1 record (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 (1)
- 1910 Blanding StColumbia, SC 29201-3520Phone: (803) 256-4107
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-01
- Last updated
- 2024-01-12
- Certified
- 2024-01-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jay Altemus's NPI number?
- Jay Altemus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942302062, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jay Altemus's specialty?
- Jay Altemus is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgical Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Jay Altemus located?
- Jay Altemus's practice location on file with NPPES is 222 E Medical Ln Ste 100&200, West Columbia, SC 29169-4847.
- What is Jay Altemus's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jay Altemus is (803) 935-8410.
- Does Jay Altemus accept Medicare?
- Jay Altemus is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jay Altemus's NPI active?
- Yes — Jay Altemus's NPI (1942302062) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.