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DR. ERIC MARSHALL KRAUS M.D, M.S, F.A.C.S.
NPI 1073504221
Otolaryngology - Otology & Neurotology in Winston Salem, NC

Active since November 04, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
98.3/100
CMS Quality Rating
WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER MEDICAL CENTER BLVD, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157(336) 716-4161(336) 716-9440 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 20, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Eric Marshall Kraus M.d, M.s, F.a.c.s. NPPES

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

DR. ERIC MARSHALL KRAUS M.D, M.S, F.A.C.S. (NPI 1073504221) is an individual otology & neurotology provider in Winston Salem, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (-26946) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Carolina Baptist Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine (1977).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073504221
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207YX0901X
Provider Legal NameDR. ERIC MARSHALL KRAUSCredential: M.D, M.S, F.A.C.S.
Location AddressWAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER MEDICAL CENTER BLVDWinston Salem, NC 27157-1000
Mailing AddressWake Forest Baptist Medical Center Medical Center BlvdWinston Salem, NC 27157-1000 · (336) 716-4161 · Fax (336) 716-9440
Phone(336) 716-4161
Fax(336) 716-9440
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Pittsburgh School Of MedicineGraduated 1977
Enumeration DateNovember 4, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 20, 2021
NPPES CertifiedNovember 20, 2021
✔ NPI 1073504221 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngology · Otology & NeurotologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207YX0901X
License✔ Licensed in NC · -26946
Definition
An otolaryngologist who treats diseases of the ear and temporal bone, including disorders of hearing and balance. The additional training in otology and neurotology emphasizes the study of embryology, anatomy, physiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology, pathology, genetics, immunology, microbiology and the etiology of diseases of the ear and temporal bone.
Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License 26946 (NC)
WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER MEDICAL CENTER BLVD, Winston Salem, NC 27157
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Other Identifiers 2

Other1000046NC · United Healthcare
Medicaid8950317NC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and more.Insurance ›

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

Dr. Eric Marshall Kraus M.d, M.s, F.a.c.s. 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 ID7517990989
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100608000761
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 3

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
175 services121 patients
Removal of impacted ear wax 69210
Impacted ear wax removal is a safe procedure to clear blockages in the ear canal caused by hardened ear wax. A healthcare professional uses specialized tools or a gentle irrigation method to loosen and remove the wax, improving hearing and alleviating discomfort.
25 services18 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

North Carolina Baptist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Winston-Salem, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340047
LocationMedical Center BoulevardWinston-Salem, NC 27157 · Forsyth County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

98.3/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability98
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Acute Otitis Externa (AOE): Systemic Antimicrobial Therapy - Avoidance of Inappropriate Use
Percentage of patients aged 2 years and older with a diagnosis of AOE who were not prescribed systemic antimicrobial therapy
99%84 patients
Acute Otitis Externa (AOE): Topical Therapy
Percentage of patients aged 2 years and older with a diagnosis of AOE who were prescribed topical preparations
100%91 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
83%1,217 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
98%1,603 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
94%498 patients5/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
99%1,055 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
81%1,603 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
1%1,603 patients1/55-star benchmark: 79%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 498 patients
0%498 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

AFUA ADUBEA GYAMFI MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 716-3245
JOHN THOMAS MCKAY D.O.
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 716-4464
CHRISTABEL JAIYEOLA MD (AS OF 06/28/19)
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Forsyth County (336) 713-2011

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 Eric Kraus's NPI number?

The NPI number for Eric Kraus is 1073504221. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 4, 2005.

Where is Eric Kraus located?

Eric Kraus practices at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC 27157. The listed phone number is (336) 716-4161.

What is Eric Kraus's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology, specializing in Otology & Neurotology, with taxonomy code 207YX0901X.

Is Eric Kraus enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Eric Kraus 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.

What insurance does Eric Kraus accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, AmeriHealth Caritas Next and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and 2 other insurers list Eric Kraus as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Eric Kraus affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Eric Kraus is affiliated with North Carolina Baptist Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Eric Kraus was last updated on November 20, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.