LAURA G PATWA M.D.
NPI 1386936342
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Winston Salem, NC

Active since May 10, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
87.61/100
CMS Quality Rating
1901 S HAWTHORNE RD STE 310, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27103(336) 448-2427(336) 765-2869 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 27, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 16, 2020, Dec 19, 2018, Jun 16, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Laura G Patwa M.d. NPPES

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

LAURA G PATWA M.D. (NPI 1386936342) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Winston Salem, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2017-00366) and active in the NPI registry since May 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, and maintains 5 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386936342
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameLAURA G PATWACredential: M.D.
Location Address1901 S HAWTHORNE RD STE 310Winston Salem, NC 27103-3915
Mailing Address1901 S Hawthorne Rd Ste 310Winston Salem, NC 27103-3915 · (336) 448-2427
Fax(336) 765-2869
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateMay 10, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 27, 20234 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 16, 2020
NPI 1386936342 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License Licensed in NC · 2017-00366
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
1901 S HAWTHORNE RD STE 310, Winston Salem, NC 27103

Secondary Practice Locations 5

Location 11901 S Hawthorne Rd Ste 308Winston Salem, NC 27103-3914 · Phone (336) 448-2427 · Fax (336) 765-2869
Location 21830 S Hawthorne RdWinston Salem, NC 27103-4014 · Phone (336) 448-2427 · Fax (336) 765-2869
Location 3445 Pineview Dr Ste 200BKernersville, NC 27284-3818 · Phone (336) 448-2427 · Fax (336) 765-2869
Location 4875 Bethesda RdWinston Salem, NC 27103-3026 · Phone (336) 448-2427 · Fax (336) 765-2869
Location 57126 Village Medical CirClemmons, NC 27012-8004 · Phone (336) 448-2427 · Fax (336) 765-2869

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1942637814NC

Accepted 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

Laura G Patwa 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 ID1355578592
PECOS Enrollment IDI20171114001624
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 8

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.
110 services88 patients
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
80 services79 patients
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
55 services54 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.
31 services31 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
28 services18 patients
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380
A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
27 services27 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Winston-Salem, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340014
Location3333 Silas Creek ParkwayWinston-Salem, NC 27103 · Forsyth County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27103 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.

87.61/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality79.26
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost79.43

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
95%77 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
55%84 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
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…
49%116 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Screening for Osteoporosis for Women Aged 65-85 Years of Age
Percentage of female patients aged 65-85 years of age who ever had a central dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) to check for osteoporosis
40%47 patients2/55-star benchmark: 98%
Urinary Incontinence: Assessment of Presence or Absence of Urinary Incontinence in Women Aged 65 Years and Older
Percentage of female patients aged 65 years and older who were assessed for the presence or absence of urinary incontinence within 12 months
2%58 patients1/55-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 8

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

Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1901 S HAWTHORNE RD STE 310
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27103
Physician Assistant
1901 S HAWTHORNE RD STE 310
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27103
Physician Assistant
1901 S HAWTHORNE RD STE 310
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27103
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1901 S HAWTHORNE RD STE 310
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27103
Physician Assistant
1901 S HAWTHORNE RD STE 310
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27103
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1901 S HAWTHORNE RD STE 310
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27103
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1901 S HAWTHORNE RD STE 310
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27103
Physician Assistant
1901 S HAWTHORNE RD STE 310
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27103

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 Laura Patwa's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Patwa is 1386936342. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 10, 2011.

Where is Laura Patwa located?

Laura Patwa practices at 1901 S Hawthorne Rd Ste 310, Winston Salem, NC 27103. The listed phone number is (336) 448-2427.

What is Laura Patwa's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Laura Patwa enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laura Patwa 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 Laura Patwa accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and UnitedHealthcare list Laura Patwa 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 Laura Patwa affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Laura Patwa is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laura Patwa was last updated on November 27, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.