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DR. DEMMING MORTON WARD MD
NPI 1144230202
Internal Medicine in Salisbury, NC

Active since August 09, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
29/100
CMS Quality Rating
319 MOCKSVILLE AVE, SALISBURY, NC 28144(704) 637-3538(704) 637-7793 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Demming Morton Ward Md NPPES

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

DR. DEMMING MORTON WARD MD (NPI 1144230202) is an individual internal medicine provider in Salisbury, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (19422) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Novant Health Rowan Medical Center, and is a graduate of Wake Forest University School Of Medicine (1974).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144230202
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. DEMMING MORTON WARDCredential: MD
Location Address319 MOCKSVILLE AVESalisbury, NC 28144-3327
Mailing Address319 Mocksville AveSalisbury, NC 28144-3327 · (704) 637-3538 · Fax (704) 637-7793
Phone(704) 637-3538
Fax(704) 637-7793
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWake Forest University School Of MedicineGraduated 1974
Enumeration DateAugust 9, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1144230202 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 19422
Definition
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.
319 MOCKSVILLE AVE, Salisbury, NC 28144
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid8985617NC
Other85617Bcbs
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified211297
Medicare UPINC87000

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Demming Morton Ward Md 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 ID6800054586
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120314000296
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.

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.
337 services144 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
165 services165 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
163 services163 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
112 services100 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
110 services103 patients
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662
The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.
64 services64 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Novant Health Rowan Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Salisbury, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340015
Location612 Mocksville AveSalisbury, NC 28144 · Rowan County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28144 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.

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.

29/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality15
Improvement Activities0
Cost76.67

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
10 suppliers43 claims96 services$5.76 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
5 suppliers15 claims18 services$0.99 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

SALISBURY INTERNAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATES
Internal Medicine
319 MOCKSVILLE AVE
SALISBURY, NC 28144
Rowan County (704) 637-3538

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 Demming Ward's NPI number?

The NPI number for Demming Ward is 1144230202. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 9, 2006.

Where is Demming Ward located?

Demming Ward practices at 319 Mocksville Ave, Salisbury, NC 28144. The listed phone number is (704) 637-3538.

What is Demming Ward's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Demming Ward enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Demming Ward 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 Demming Ward accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Demming Ward 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 Demming Ward affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Demming Ward is affiliated with Novant Health Rowan Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Demming Ward was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.