Anthony Kent, MD
NPI 1942685441 · Nephrology Physician · Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Anthony Kent, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Charleston, SC (NPI 1942685441).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942685441
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 96067 (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
10 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
1,046 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 484 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 157 | $185 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 131 | $174 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 80 | $132 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 63 | $296 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 44 | 14 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 29 | — |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 25 | — |
| Furosemide | 24 | — |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 23 | — |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 22 | — |
| Sevelamer Carbonate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$32,464 across 103 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
- 2015-07-25
- Last updated
- 2026-02-10
- Certified
- 2026-02-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Anthony Kent's NPI number?
- Anthony Kent's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942685441, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Anthony Kent's specialty?
- Anthony Kent is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Anthony Kent located?
- Anthony Kent's practice location on file with NPPES is 96 Jonathan Lucas St Ste 822, Charleston, SC 29425-8900.
- What is Anthony Kent's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Anthony Kent is (843) 792-4123.
- Does Anthony Kent accept Medicare?
- Anthony Kent is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Anthony Kent's NPI active?
- Yes — Anthony Kent's NPI (1942685441) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.