2026 NPPES data Specialist NPI 1255301768 MD
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ROBERT ZURCHER, MD

Specialist in COLUMBIA, 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
109
Medicare Part D claims · 41 beneficiaries · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
90%
generic claims · 10% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Industry payments
$368.84
19 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

ROBERT ZURCHER, MD filed 109 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Specialist in COLUMBIA, South Carolina, prescribing 90% generic.

109
Part D claims, 2023
90%
generic prescribing
$368.84
industry payments (Sunshine Act)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

ROBERT ZURCHER, MD's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

109 35th percentile higher than 35% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). This entry sits in this band. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Above this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Above this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about ROBERT ZURCHER, MD?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 01/25/2006

NPI 1255301768

Primary specialty

Specialist

High-volume

69,658 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

109 93% 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.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

ROBERT ZURCHER, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding MD credentials at 2750 LAUREL ST STE 305, COLUMBIA, SC, 29204, with a listed phone of (803) 254-5140. NPI 1255301768 was issued on 01/25/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what ZURCHER 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 109 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 41 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $7K in drug spend, split 10% brand-name and 90% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 30.3%. 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

2750 LAUREL ST STE 305
COLUMBIA, SC 29204

Provider Details

NPI 1255301768
Specialty Specialist
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 01/25/2006

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where ROBERT ZURCHER, 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.

MUSC COMMUNITY PHYSICIANS
COLUMBIA, SC
SELF MEDICAL GROUP
GREENWOOD, 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).

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for ROBERT ZURCHER, MD. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$369

Largest payer

Getinge USA Sales, LLC

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

ROBERT ZURCHER, MD — brand share 10.0%
Specialty average (est.)

10% brand-name claims vs 90% generic, on 109 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.

109
Total Claims
$7K
Total Drug Cost
41
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
155
Total Day Supply
3,735
Brand vs Generic
10% brand / 90% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$6K
Generic Drug Cost
$897
Opioid Claims
33 (30.3% rate)

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
70.2 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.30
Gender Split
39% female / 61% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

What ROBERT ZURCHER, MD prescribes most

Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023

claims
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File As of 2023
Drug Claims
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
26
Metoprolol Tartrate
26
Atorvastatin Calcium
21

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

Specialist Overview

How ROBERT ZURCHER, MD fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.

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

ROBERT ZURCHER, MD's 109 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 ZURCHER.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ROBERT ZURCHER, MD's specialty?
ROBERT ZURCHER, MD specializes in Specialist and practices in COLUMBIA, South Carolina. Credentials: MD.
How much does ROBERT ZURCHER, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, ROBERT ZURCHER, MD wrote 109 Medicare Part D claims totaling $7K in drug costs for 41 beneficiaries.
Where is ROBERT ZURCHER, MD located?
ROBERT ZURCHER, MD is located at 2750 LAUREL ST STE 305, COLUMBIA, SC, 29204. Phone: (803) 254-5140.
What is ROBERT ZURCHER, MD's NPI number?
ROBERT ZURCHER, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255301768, issued on 01/25/2006.
Does ROBERT ZURCHER, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
ROBERT ZURCHER, MD's prescribing is 10% brand-name and 90% generic drugs by claim count, with $6K in brand drug costs.
Does ROBERT ZURCHER, MD prescribe opioids?
Yes, ROBERT ZURCHER, MD had 33 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 30.3%.
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 ROBERT ZURCHER, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, ROBERT ZURCHER, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, Metoprolol Tartrate, Atorvastatin Calcium. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does ROBERT ZURCHER, MD accept Medicare?
ROBERT ZURCHER, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 109 Part D claims and 41 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify ROBERT ZURCHER, MD's credentials?
ROBERT ZURCHER, MD's NPI is 1255301768 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.

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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