PETER T. ALFORD M.D.
NPI 1356333827
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Hickory, NC

Q: What is Peter Alford's NPI number?

The NPI number for Peter Alford is 1356333827. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 19, 2005.

Q: What is Peter Alford's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Peter Alford was last updated on October 1, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 months 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.

Active since August 19, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2386 SPRINGS RD NE, HICKORY, NC 28601(828) 732-5400(828) 732-5401 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 1, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Peter T. Alford M.d. NPPES

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

PETER T. ALFORD M.D. (NPI 1356333827) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Hickory, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (26792) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356333827

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X

Provider Legal NamePETER T. ALFORDCredential: M.D.

Location Address2386 SPRINGS RD NEHickory, NC 28601-3066

Mailing Address2386 Springs Rd NeHickory, NC 28601-3066 · (828) 732-5400 · Fax (828) 732-5401

Phone(828) 732-5400

Fax(828) 732-5401

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated 1979

Enumeration DateAugust 19, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 1, 2025

NPPES CertifiedOctober 1, 2025

✔ NPI 1356333827 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RP1001X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 26792

Definition

An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.

2386 SPRINGS RD NE, Hickory, NC 28601

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid7910470NC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include AmeriHealth Caritas Next, 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

Peter T. Alford 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 ID8729133376

PECOS Enrollment IDI20090902000540

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 6

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 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.

55 services33 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

21 services21 patients

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.

20 services16 patients

Test to measure rate of airflow 94375

This test, known as spirometry, measures how much air you can breathe in and out, and how quickly you can do so. It helps assess your lung function and can be used to diagnose or monitor conditions like asthma or COPD.

17 services15 patients

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729

This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.

17 services15 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726

This test, called spirometry, measures lung capacity using sensors. You breathe into a mouthpiece attached to a device that records the amount and rate of air you inhale and exhale. It helps diagnose and monitor lung conditions.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Catawba Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hickory, NC

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number340143

Location810 Fairgrove Church RdHickory, NC 28602 · Catawba County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28601 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 34

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

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

11 suppliers67 claims67 services$34.63 avg. paid by Medicare

Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

8 suppliers67 claims132 services$1.38 avg. paid by Medicare

Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, non-disposable A7005

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers19 claims19 services$13.74 avg. paid by Medicare

Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

11 suppliers135 claims135 services$87.50 avg. paid by Medicare

Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

10 suppliers126 claims303 services$33.86 avg. paid by Medicare

Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

12 suppliers112 claims610 services$18.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

11 suppliers65 claims356 services$14.07 avg. paid by Medicare

Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

16 suppliers185 claims185 services$53.87 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

16 suppliers189 claims189 services$17.66 avg. paid by Medicare

Chinstrap used with positive airway pressure device A7036

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers14 claims14 services$9.39 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

15 suppliers241 claims241 services$14.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

18 suppliers302 claims1,657 services$2.23 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, non disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7039

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

9 suppliers39 claims40 services$6.12 avg. paid by Medicare

Water chamber for humidifier, used with positive airway pressure device, replacement, each A7046

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

13 suppliers125 claims125 services$12.12 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

8 suppliers207 claims217 services$16.58 avg. paid by Medicare

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466

DME-Other DME · category DE005N

3 suppliers55 claims55 services$917.47 avg. paid by Medicare

Respiratory assist device, bi-level pressure capability, without backup rate feature, used with noninvasive interface, e.g., nasal or facial mask (intermittent assist device with continuous positive airway pressure device) E0470

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers18 claims18 services$100.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Respiratory assist device, bi-level pressure capability, with back-up rate feature, used with noninvasive interface, e.g., nasal or facial mask (intermittent assist device with continuous positive airway pressure device) E0471

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers61 claims62 services$237.02 avg. paid by Medicare

Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device E0562

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

6 suppliers34 claims34 services$141.86 avg. paid by Medicare

Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device E0562

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers100 claims108 services$12.94 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

5 suppliers149 claims150 services$5.60 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

12 suppliers425 claims444 services$35.93 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

13 suppliers662 claims669 services$85.05 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

5 suppliers265 claims266 services$32.09 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); initial 30-day supply as a beneficiary G0333

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers11 claims11 services$45.39 avg. paid by Medicare

Arformoterol, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 15 micrograms J7605

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

1 supplier21 claims1,260 services$4.91 avg. paid by Medicare

Formoterol fumarate, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 20 micrograms J7606

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

5 suppliers153 claims9,252 services$6.51 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

7 suppliers65 claims12,894 services$0.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, up to 2.5 mg and ipratropium bromide, up to 0.5 mg, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme J7620

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

10 suppliers119 claims10,440 services$0.09 avg. paid by Medicare

Budesonide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, up to 0.5 mg J7626

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG000N

12 suppliers76 claims4,692 services$0.78 avg. paid by Medicare

Ipratropium bromide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, per milligram J7644

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

5 suppliers62 claims3,230 services$0.16 avg. paid by Medicare

Revefenacin inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, 1 microgram J7677

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

2 suppliers92 claims483,000 services$0.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

2 suppliers20 claims20 services$32.29 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

17 suppliers301 claims301 services$25.02 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 8

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

CATAWBA VALLEY MEDICAL GROUP INC

Non-Pharmacy Dispensing Site

2386 SPRINGS RD NE
HICKORY, NC 28601

Catawba County (858) 256-2112

DR. RICHARD WILLIAM POMERANTZ MD

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

2386 SPRINGS RD NE
HICKORY, NC 28601

Catawba County (828) 732-5400

MOHAMMAD FAYEZ RUJUBALI MBBS

Internal Medicine

2386 SPRINGS RD NE
HICKORY, NC 28601

Catawba County (828) 732-5400

POOJA PATAK

Internal Medicine

2386 SPRINGS RD NE
HICKORY, NC 28601

Catawba County (828) 732-5400

CATAWBA VALLEY MEDICAL GROUP, INC

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

2386 SPRINGS RD NE
HICKORY, NC 28601

Catawba County (828) 732-5400

JOHN WILKINSON MD

Family Medicine

2386 SPRINGS RD NE
HICKORY, NC 28601

Catawba County (828) 256-2112

MATTHEW LEVI FOWLER DO, PHD

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

2386 SPRINGS RD NE
HICKORY, NC 28601

Catawba County (828) 732-5400

DR. TARA LEIGH TAYLOR M.D.

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

2386 SPRINGS RD NE
HICKORY, NC 28601

Catawba County (828) 732-5400

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 Peter Alford's NPI number?

The NPI number for Peter Alford is 1356333827. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 19, 2005.

Where is Peter Alford located?

Peter Alford practices at 2386 Springs Rd NE, Hickory, NC 28601. The listed phone number is (828) 732-5400.

What is Peter Alford's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Peter Alford enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Peter Alford 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 Peter Alford accept?

Health plans from AmeriHealth Caritas Next and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Peter Alford 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 Peter Alford affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Peter Alford is affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Peter Alford was last updated on October 1, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 months 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.