DAVID GARTH ELLERTSON JR. MD
NPI 1588657258
Surgery in Gastonia, NC

Active since August 26, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2555 COURT DR STE 450, GASTONIA, NC 28054(704) 671-7652(704) 671-7656 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 27, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 27, 2020, Jul 27, 2017, Mar 30, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About David Garth Ellertson Jr. Md NPPES

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

DAVID GARTH ELLERTSON JR. MD (NPI 1588657258) is an individual surgery provider in Gastonia, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2005-01291) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Caromont Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of R Franklin University Of Med & Sci/chicago Medical School (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1588657258
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDAVID GARTH ELLERTSON JR.Credential: MD
Location Address2555 COURT DR STE 450Gastonia, NC 28054-2191
Mailing AddressPo Box 744786Atlanta, GA 30374-4786 · (704) 834-2450 · Fax (704) 671-5331
Fax(704) 671-7656
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSR Franklin University Of Med & Sci/chicago Medical SchoolGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateAugust 26, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 27, 20203 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1588657258 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License Licensed in NC · 2005-01291
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
2555 COURT DR STE 450, Gastonia, NC 28054

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1588657258NC

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

David Garth Ellertson Jr. 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 ID3870581515
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050823001059
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 4

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.

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.
22 services22 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.
13 services12 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.
13 services12 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.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Caromont Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Gastonia, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340032
Location2525 Court DrGastonia, NC 28052 · Gaston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28054 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

Surgery
2555 COURT DR STE 450
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Surgery
2555 COURT DR STE 450
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Physician Assistant
2555 COURT DR STE 450
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
2555 COURT DR STE 450
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Surgery
2555 COURT DR STE 450
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Physician Assistant
2555 COURT DR STE 450
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Physician Assistant
2555 COURT DR STE 450
GASTONIA, NC 28054
Physician Assistant
2555 COURT DR STE 450
GASTONIA, NC 28054

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 David Ellertson's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Ellertson is 1588657258. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 26, 2005.

Where is David Ellertson located?

David Ellertson practices at 2555 Court Dr Ste 450, Gastonia, NC 28054. The listed phone number is (704) 671-7652.

What is David Ellertson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is David Ellertson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Ellertson 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.

Is David Ellertson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, David Ellertson is affiliated with Caromont Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Ellertson was last updated on January 27, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.