Paul Schaefer, PA-C
NPI 1942699723 · Physician Assistant · Beaufort, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Schaefer, PA-C is a Physician Assistant provider in Beaufort, SC (NPI 1942699723).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942699723
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA-C
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2268 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
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
11 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
857 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 333 | $58 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 223 | $72 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 88 | $44 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 62 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 41 | $102 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | 125 | 86 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 105 | 55 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 65 | 36 |
| Celecoxib | 41 | 26 |
| Methylprednisolone | 37 | 33 |
| Gabapentin | 36 | 13 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 31 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$79 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 989 Ribaut RdBeaufort, SC 29902-5472Phone: (843) 522-7600
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-01-15
- Last updated
- 2025-03-07
- Certified
- 2025-03-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Schaefer's NPI number?
- Paul Schaefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942699723, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Schaefer's specialty?
- Paul Schaefer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Paul Schaefer located?
- Paul Schaefer's practice location on file with NPPES is 95 Sea Island Pkwy Ste 102, Beaufort, SC 29907-1499.
- What is Paul Schaefer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Schaefer is (843) 682-7480.
- Does Paul Schaefer accept Medicare?
- Paul Schaefer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Schaefer's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Schaefer's NPI (1942699723) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.