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Charles Effiong, MD

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At a glance

About Dr. Effiong

Based in Charleston, SC, Charles Effiong, MD is listed in the NPI registry under internal medicine. Charles is also listed as specializing in nephrology. Medicare claims data shows Charles provided 42 services to 30 patients. The services billed most often include hemoglobin a1c level. NPI 1487604757 identifies this record in the national registry.

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Education & Training

Medical School Other Graduated: 1984

Specialty

Internal Medicine (Primary)
Nephrology (Additional)

Credentials & Licensing

SC licenceAs reported to the NPI registry
No. 19174As reported
NPINational Provider Identifier
1487604757Issued 2006

As reported to the NPI registry ↗

Medicare information

Accepts Medicare assignmentYes
Medicare opt-outNo
Can order and refer in MedicareYes

Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.

Common questions

What does Dr. Effiong specialize in?

Dr. Effiong is an internist in Charleston, SC. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Internal Medicine”.

NPI registry

Where is Dr. Effiong located?

Dr. Effiong is listed at 51 Nassau St, Charleston, SC 29403. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.

NPI registry

What is Dr. Effiong's phone number?

The number on file is (843) 722-4112. Contact the office directly to confirm availability and scheduling.

NPI registry

What is the NPI for Dr. Effiong?

Dr. Effiong's National Provider Identifier is 1487604757. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.

NPI registry

Where did Dr. Effiong go to medical school?

Dr. Effiong attended Other, graduating in 1984. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.

CMS public data

How much experience does Dr. Effiong have?

Dr. Effiong has 42 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1984, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.

CMS public data

What does Dr. Effiong do most often?

According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Effiong the Medicare record under this individual NPI shows mainly office visits and diagnostic testing. Hospital-based physicians usually have their procedural work billed by the facility rather than under their own number, so this is a floor on their practice, not a description of it. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.

Medicare claims

Is Dr. Effiong's profile verified?

Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Effiong. If this is you, claiming it is free.

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