Michael Chance Hammer, DO
Michael Chance Hammer is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Columbia, SC with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michael Chance Hammer, DO has been part of the Columbia medical community since 2007 in group practice. A Ohio University, College of Osteopathic Medicine graduate since 2007, he brings 19+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 96.09/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 20% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Federal MIPS score higher than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in South Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
Sc House Calls Inc. 111 Doctors Cir, Columbia, SC 29203
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 76% of doctors in South Carolina on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202396.09/100
South Carolina avg: 79.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.5 pts)
Better than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in South CarolinaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.44%
South Carolina avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.7 pts)
4.44% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
281
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
96
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
270
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $27k
Percentile rankings compared against 605 reporting peers in South Carolina.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$18 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Michael Chance Hammer's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.50 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2007
Ohio University, College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Oct 20, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
19 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Ohio University, College of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 2007)
Mailing address
111 Doctor Cir, Columbia, SC 29203-6502
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Michael Chance Hammer
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Chance Hammer for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Columbia required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Michael Chance Hammer
NPI records show Dr. Hammer as active with telehealth listed in Columbia, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (800) 491-0909.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
Sc House Calls Inc. 111 Doctors Cir, Columbia, SC 29203
Mailing Address
111 Doctor Cir, Columbia, SC 29203-6502
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