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DR. DANIEL DOUGLAS KOVACS M.D.
NPI 1649590217
Anesthesiology in Winston Salem, NC

Q: What is Daniel Kovacs's NPI number?

The NPI number for Daniel Kovacs is 1649590217. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 7, 2010.

Q: What is Daniel Kovacs's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Daniel Kovacs was last updated on October 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 days 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 June 07, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, MEDICAL CENTER BOULEVARD, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157(973) 723-0309 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Dr. Daniel Douglas Kovacs M.d. NPPES

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

DR. DANIEL DOUGLAS KOVACS M.D. (NPI 1649590217) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Winston Salem, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2015-01502) and active in the NPI registry since June 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649590217

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. DANIEL DOUGLAS KOVACSCredential: M.D.

Location AddressWAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, MEDICAL CENTER BOULEVARDWinston Salem, NC 27157-0001

Mailing AddressWake Forest University Baptist Medical Ctr, Medical Center BoulevardWinston Salem, NC 27157-0001 · (973) 723-0309

Phone(973) 723-0309

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009

Enumeration DateJune 7, 2010

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 13, 2026

NPPES CertifiedOctober 13, 2026

✔ NPI 1649590217 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 2015-01502

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, Winston Salem, NC 27157

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Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Daniel Douglas Kovacs 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 ID5890912802

PECOS Enrollment IDI20150921001444

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 Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Daniel Kovacs reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Duke Health Integrated Practice, Inc.

52 mi

Family Medicine

131 MEDICAL PARK RD STE 302
Mooresville, NC 28117

Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
3,671 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1760288633 (704) 660-4750

Regional Anesthesia, PLLC

78 mi

Specialist

3643 N ROXBORO ST
Durham, NC 27704

Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
289 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1952486946 (919) 470-6186

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 16

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.

Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670

Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.

65 services65 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 64415

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.

49 services49 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

39 services38 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.

35 services35 patients

Anesthesia for open or endoscopic total shoulder joint replacement 01638

Anesthesia for total shoulder joint replacement, either open or endoscopic, involves using medications to block pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (only the area being operated on is numbed). This ensures comfort and stillness, facilitating a successful procedure.

35 services35 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.

24 services22 patients

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.

23 services23 patients

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620

This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.

21 services21 patients

Anesthesia for procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm 00410

Anesthesia for a procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm ensures you won't feel pain during the treatment. It can be general, where you're completely asleep, or local, numbing only a specific area. Your vital signs are monitored to ensure safety during the procedure.

20 services20 patients

Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity 00537

Anesthesia for a procedure to assess heart electrical activity helps ensure comfort and relaxation. It involves administering medication that either numbs a specific area or makes you sleep temporarily. This allows doctors to safely examine your heart's electrical signals without causing discomfort.

18 services18 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into lower back and leg nerve (sciatic nerve) 64445

This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic or steroid into the lower back and leg nerve to alleviate pain. The injection helps reduce inflammation and numb the area, providing relief from discomfort. This is a common treatment for conditions such as sciatica and herniated discs.

18 services16 patients

Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142

Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.

16 services16 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790

Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.

14 services14 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones 01480

Anesthesia for procedures on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in these areas. This allows doctors to perform necessary treatments or surgeries without causing discomfort. The type of anesthesia used can vary based on the specific procedure.

14 services14 patients

Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402

Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.

12 services12 patients

Anesthesia for removal of prostate including use of an endoscope 00914

Anesthesia is used during the removal of the prostate to ensure you feel no discomfort. An endoscope, a thin tube with a camera, aids in viewing the area. This procedure involves the careful administration of medicines to help you sleep and prevent pain.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Duke University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number340030

Location2100 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705 · Durham County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Duke Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number340155

Location3643 N Roxboro StreetDurham, NC 27704 · Durham County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

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

CHEE HONG LOH MD

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, MEDICAL CENTER BOULEVARD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157

Forsyth County (336) 716-0752

DR. JONATHON BODGER BRINGOLF M.D.

Emergency Medicine

WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157

Forsyth County (336) 716-5222

DR. DEBRA JANE BARNETTE PHARMD

Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)

WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, MEDICAL CENTER BOULEVARD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157

Forsyth County (336) 716-5049

DR. ANNE LINN WILLIS M.D.

Internal Medicine

WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157

Forsyth County (336) 716-5222

MARK LINDEMAN SCHWEPPE M.D.

Orthopaedic Surgery

WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, MEDICAL CENTER BLVD.
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157

Forsyth County (843) 693-4422

JENNIFER CHECK M.D.

Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)

WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, DEPT PEDIATRICS, DIV NEONATOLOGY MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157

Forsyth County (336) 716-6214

CATHERINE EDENFIELD PRICE MD

Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)

WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, MEDICAL CENTER BOULEVARD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157

Forsyth County (336) 716-2011

MRS. PAMELA KAYE EMERSON CRNA, MSN

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY BAPTIST MEDICAL CTR, MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157

Forsyth County (336) 225-4413

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 Daniel Kovacs's NPI number?

The NPI number for Daniel Kovacs is 1649590217. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 7, 2010.

Where is Daniel Kovacs located?

Daniel Kovacs practices at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Ctr Medical Center Boulevard, Winston Salem, NC 27157. The listed phone number is (973) 723-0309.

What is Daniel Kovacs's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Daniel Kovacs enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Daniel Kovacs 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 organizations bill Medicare for Daniel Kovacs's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Daniel Kovacs reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Duke Health Integrated Practice, Inc. (Mooresville, NC) and Regional Anesthesia, PLLC (Durham, NC). Each 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 Daniel Kovacs's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Daniel Kovacs accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and Cigna Healthcare list Daniel Kovacs 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 Daniel Kovacs affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Daniel Kovacs is affiliated with Duke University Hospital and Duke Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Daniel Kovacs was last updated on October 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 days 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.