CHRIS BRIAN NGUYEN M.D.
NPI 1043371420
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Gastonia, NC

Active since December 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2525 COURT DR, DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY, GASTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, GASTONIA, NC 28054(704) 915-9579 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 29, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Chris Brian Nguyen M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

CHRIS BRIAN NGUYEN M.D. (NPI 1043371420) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Gastonia, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2006-00130) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Caromont Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1043371420
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameCHRIS BRIAN NGUYENCredential: M.D.
Location Address2525 COURT DR, DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY, GASTON MEMORIAL HOSPITALGastonia, NC 28054-2140
Mailing Address124 Berkshire AveBelmont, NC 28012-3882 · (704) 915-9579
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Carolina School Of MedicineGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateDecember 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 29, 2014
NPI 1043371420 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License Licensed in NC · 2006-00130
Definition

A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.

Also ListedPathology · CytopathologyTaxonomy 207ZC0500X · License TRN10371 (FL)
2525 COURT DR, Gastonia, NC 28054

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Chris Brian Nguyen M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5193818599
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070830000278
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
443 services249 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
51 services44 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
49 services12 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
46 services42 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
39 services31 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
39 services37 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Caromont Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Gastonia, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340032
Location2525 Court DrGastonia, NC 28052 · Gaston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28054 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Emergency Medicine
2525 COURT DR
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Physician Assistant
2525 COURT DR
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2525 COURT DR
GASTONIA, NC 28054
General Acute Care Hospital
2525 COURT DR
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Anesthesiology
2525 COURT DR
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Internal Medicine
2525 COURT DR
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2525 COURT DR
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
2525 COURT DR
GASTONIA, NC 28054

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Chris Nguyen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chris Nguyen is 1043371420. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 12, 2006.

Where is Chris Nguyen located?

Chris Nguyen practices at 2525 Court Dr Department Of Pathology, Gaston Memorial Hospital, Gastonia, NC 28054. The listed phone number is (704) 915-9579.

What is Chris Nguyen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Chris Nguyen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chris Nguyen is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Chris Nguyen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chris Nguyen is affiliated with Caromont Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chris Nguyen was last updated on December 29, 2014. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.