2026 NPPES data Specialist NPI 1346244951 M.D.
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JAMES EDWARDS, M.D.

Specialist in GEORGETOWN, South Carolina. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
49
Medicare Part D claims · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
49%
generic claims · 51% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: JAMES EDWARDS, M.D. is a Specialist ([object Object]) practicing in GEORGETOWN, South Carolina with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 49 claims — 51% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: JAMES EDWARDS, M.D. filed 49 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across GEORGETOWN, South Carolina. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

JAMES EDWARDS, M.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/10/2005

NPI 1346244951

Primary specialty

Specialist

High-volume

69,658 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

49 97% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,474

Specialty distribution in South Carolina

How Specialist compares to other specialties among South Carolina providers

South Carolina providers

Specialist share within South Carolina

1. Specialist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Specialist share within South Carolina

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Specialist (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Specialist ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Specialist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Specialist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

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JAMES EDWARDS, M.D. is a Specialist provider practicing in GEORGETOWN, South Carolina, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1346244951. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

JAMES EDWARDS, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding M.D. credentials at 1306 N FRASER ST, GEORGETOWN, SC, 29440, with a listed phone of (843) 546-3132. NPI 1346244951 was issued on 06/10/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what EDWARDS most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 49 prescription claims written by this provider, covering N/A Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $15K in drug spend, split 51% brand-name and 49% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Specialist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 69,658 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,474 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

1306 N FRASER ST
GEORGETOWN, SC 29440

Provider Details

NPI 1346244951
Specialty Specialist
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 06/10/2005

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Brand-heavy

JAMES EDWARDS, M.D. — brand share 51.0%
Specialty average (est.)

51% brand-name claims vs 49% generic, on 49 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

49
Total Claims
$15K
Total Drug Cost
N/A
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
91
Total Day Supply
2,677
Brand vs Generic
51% brand / 49% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$14K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
84.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.26

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Eliquis
Apixaban
12

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Specialist Overview

How JAMES EDWARDS, M.D. fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.

69,658
Specialist Providers in US
55
States with Specialist
1,474
Avg Claims per Provider

JAMES EDWARDS, M.D.'s 49 claims are below the specialty average of 1,474.

Nearby Specialist Providers in South Carolina

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in South Carolina, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as EDWARDS.

Compare Specialist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JAMES EDWARDS, M.D.'s specialty?
JAMES EDWARDS, M.D. specializes in Specialist and practices in GEORGETOWN, South Carolina. Credentials: M.D..
How much does JAMES EDWARDS, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, JAMES EDWARDS, M.D. wrote 49 Medicare Part D claims totaling $15K in drug costs for N/A beneficiaries.
Where is JAMES EDWARDS, M.D. located?
JAMES EDWARDS, M.D. is located at 1306 N FRASER ST, GEORGETOWN, SC, 29440. Phone: (843) 546-3132.
What is JAMES EDWARDS, M.D.'s NPI number?
JAMES EDWARDS, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346244951, issued on 06/10/2005.
Does JAMES EDWARDS, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
JAMES EDWARDS, M.D.'s prescribing is 51% brand-name and 49% generic drugs by claim count, with $14K in brand drug costs.
How many Specialist providers are there in the US?
There are 69,658 Specialist providers across 55 states in the US. The average Specialist provider writes 1,474 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does JAMES EDWARDS, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, JAMES EDWARDS, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Eliquis. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does JAMES EDWARDS, M.D. accept Medicare?
JAMES EDWARDS, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 49 Part D claims and N/A Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify JAMES EDWARDS, M.D.'s credentials?
JAMES EDWARDS, M.D.'s NPI is 1346244951 with credentials M.D.. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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