2026 NPPES data Specialist NPI 1962408443 MD
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JOHN CORLESS, MD

Specialist in CHARLESTON, 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
128
Medicare Part D claims · 112 beneficiaries · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
91%
generic claims · 9% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: JOHN CORLESS, MD is a Specialist ([object Object]) practicing in CHARLESTON, South Carolina with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 128 claims across 112 beneficiaries — 9% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: JOHN CORLESS, MD filed 128 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across CHARLESTON, South Carolina. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

JOHN CORLESS, MD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/21/2005

NPI 1962408443

Primary specialty

Specialist

High-volume

69,658 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

128 91% 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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JOHN CORLESS, MD is a Specialist provider practicing in CHARLESTON, South Carolina, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1962408443. 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.

JOHN CORLESS, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding MD credentials at 1962 CHARLIE HALL BLVD, CHARLESTON, SC, 29414, with a listed phone of (843) 722-8000. NPI 1962408443 was issued on 06/21/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CORLESS 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 128 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 112 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $10K in drug spend, split 9% brand-name and 91% 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

1962 CHARLIE HALL BLVD
CHARLESTON, SC 29414

Provider Details

NPI 1962408443
Specialty Specialist
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 06/21/2005

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where JOHN CORLESS, MD bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

UNIVERSITY MEDICAL ASSOCIATES OF THE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROL
CHARLESTON, SC

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

JOHN CORLESS, MD — brand share 9.0%
Specialty average (est.)

9% brand-name claims vs 91% generic, on 128 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.

128
Total Claims
$10K
Total Drug Cost
112
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
136
Total Day Supply
836
Brand vs Generic
9% brand / 91% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$6K
Generic Drug Cost
$4K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
64.6 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.74
Gender Split
53% female / 47% male
Age Distribution
<65: 42, 65-74: 54, 75-84: 16, 85+: 0

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Gavilyte-C
"Peg3350/Sod Sulf
N/A
Gavilyte-G
"Peg3350/Sod Sulf
N/A
Peg-3350 And Electrolytes
"Peg3350/Sod Sulf
N/A

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

Specialist Overview

How JOHN CORLESS, MD fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.

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

JOHN CORLESS, MD's 128 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 CORLESS.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JOHN CORLESS, MD's specialty?
JOHN CORLESS, MD specializes in Specialist and practices in CHARLESTON, South Carolina. Credentials: MD.
How much does JOHN CORLESS, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, JOHN CORLESS, MD wrote 128 Medicare Part D claims totaling $10K in drug costs for 112 beneficiaries.
Where is JOHN CORLESS, MD located?
JOHN CORLESS, MD is located at 1962 CHARLIE HALL BLVD, CHARLESTON, SC, 29414. Phone: (843) 722-8000.
What is JOHN CORLESS, MD's NPI number?
JOHN CORLESS, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962408443, issued on 06/21/2005.
Does JOHN CORLESS, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
JOHN CORLESS, MD's prescribing is 9% brand-name and 91% generic drugs by claim count, with $6K 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 JOHN CORLESS, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, JOHN CORLESS, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Gavilyte-C, Gavilyte-G, Peg-3350 And Electrolytes. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does JOHN CORLESS, MD accept Medicare?
JOHN CORLESS, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 128 Part D claims and 112 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify JOHN CORLESS, MD's credentials?
JOHN CORLESS, MD's NPI is 1962408443 with credentials MD. 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.

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

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