MICHAEL S CARTWRIGHT MD
NPI 1417987827
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Winston Salem, NC

Active since July 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
98.3/100
CMS Quality Rating
MEDICAL CENTER BLVD, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157(336) 716-2255(336) 716-9016 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 12, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About Michael S Cartwright Md NPPES

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

MICHAEL S CARTWRIGHT MD (NPI 1417987827) is an individual neurology provider in Winston Salem, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2006-00235) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Carolina Baptist Hospital, and is a graduate of Wake Forest University School Of Medicine (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417987827
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameMICHAEL S CARTWRIGHTCredential: MD
Location AddressMEDICAL CENTER BLVDWinston Salem, NC 27157-0001
Mailing AddressPo Box 344Winston Salem, NC 27102-0344 · (336) 716-2255 · Fax (336) 716-9016
Fax(336) 716-9016
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWake Forest University School Of MedicineGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateJuly 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 12, 2010
✔ NPI 1417987827 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 2006-00235
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
MEDICAL CENTER BLVD, Winston Salem, NC 27157

Other Identifiers 8

Other142RABcbs
Other7759824Aetna
Medicaid10409501VA
Medicaid3810008347WV
Medicaid5906015NC
Other190033Medcost
Medicare PIN2054737NC
Other808470Partners

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Michael S Cartwright 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 ID5193722346
PECOS Enrollment IDI20061031000374
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Michael Cartwright reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Multi-Specialty
MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
Winston Salem, NC 27157
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 3,003 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

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.
83 services64 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.
56 services30 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
34 services19 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.
16 services16 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
16 services16 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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27157 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.

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

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466
DME-Other DME · category DE005N
1 supplier75 claims76 services$818.66 avg. paid by Medicare
Cough stimulating device, alternating positive and negative airway pressure E0482
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier24 claims24 services$270.36 avg. paid by Medicare
Respiratory suction pump, home model, portable or stationary, electric E0600
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier24 claims24 services$28.14 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 20

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

Anesthesiology
MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Physician Assistant (Medical)
MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Physician Assistant (Medical)
MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Obstetrics & Gynecology
MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Hospitalist
MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157

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 Michael Cartwright's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Cartwright is 1417987827. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 3, 2006.

Where is Michael Cartwright located?

Michael Cartwright practices at Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC 27157. The listed phone number is (336) 716-2255.

What is Michael Cartwright's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Michael Cartwright enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Cartwright 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Michael Cartwright's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Michael Cartwright reassigns Medicare benefits to Wake Forest University Health Sciences (Winston Salem, NC). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Michael Cartwright's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Michael Cartwright accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and AmeriHealth Caritas Next and 1 other insurer list Michael Cartwright 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 Michael Cartwright affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michael Cartwright is affiliated with North Carolina Baptist Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Cartwright was last updated on November 12, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.