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DON MICHAEL DRINKWATER PA-C
NPI 1689625550
Physician Assistant in Cary, NC

Active since May 15, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
160 MACGREGOR PINES DR, SUITE 310, CARY, NC 27511(919) 234-4470(919) 234-4475 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 2, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Don Michael Drinkwater Pa-c NPPES

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

DON MICHAEL DRINKWATER PA-C (NPI 1689625550) is an individual physician assistant in Cary, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (103834) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Rex Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Holly Springs.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689625550
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameDON MICHAEL DRINKWATERCredential: PA-C
Location Address160 MACGREGOR PINES DR, SUITE 310Cary, NC 27511-6036
Mailing Address2920 Highwoods BlvdRaleigh, NC 27604-0010 · (877) 498-4490
Phone(919) 234-4470
Fax(919) 234-4475
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateMay 15, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 2, 2023
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 22, 2021
✔ NPI 1689625550 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 103834
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Also ListedPhysician Assistant · SurgicalTaxonomy 363AS0400X · License 103834 (NC)
160 MACGREGOR PINES DR, Cary, NC 27511
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1781 Avent Ferry Rd Ste 214Holly Springs, NC 27540-7776 · Phone (919) 784-7874

Other Identifiers 1

OtherP00345550NC · Railroad Medicare

Accepted Insurance

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

Don Michael Drinkwater Pa-c 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 ID1557263035
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040124000012
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.

Removal of gallbladder using an endoscope 47562
This procedure, known as endoscopic gallbladder removal, involves a surgeon using a special tool called an endoscope to remove your gallbladder through small incisions. It's typically done to treat gallstones and related complications. It's a less invasive method, often leading to quicker recovery.
21 services21 patients
Repair of groin hernia using an endoscope 49650
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a thin tube with a camera, to repair a hernia in the groin area. The surgeon makes small incisions, inserts the endoscope, and uses special tools to fix the hernia. This minimally invasive technique often results in quicker recovery times.
19 services19 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.
19 services19 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.
15 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Rex Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Raleigh, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number340114
Location4420 Lake Boone TrailRaleigh, NC 27607 · Wake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27511 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.

WAKEMED SPECIALISTS GROUP, LLC
Internal Medicine (Obesity Medicine)
160 MACGREGOR PINES DR
CARY, NC 27511
Wake County (919) 234-4468
MICHAEL ANTHONY TYNER MD
Surgery
160 MACGREGOR PINES DR, SUITE 310
CARY, NC 27511
Wake County (919) 234-4470
NORTH CAROLINA UROLOGICAL ASSOCIATES, INC
Urology
160 MACGREGOR PINES DR, SUITE 205
CARY, NC 27511
Wake County (919) 851-5482
SARAH A STOUT P.A.
Physician Assistant
160 MACGREGOR PINES DR
CARY, NC 27511
Wake County (919) 234-4470
EVOLUTION PHYSICAL THERAPY AND WELLNESS LLC
Clinic/Center (Physical Therapy)
160 MACGREGOR PINES DR
CARY, NC 27511
Wake County (919) 349-0321
BARIATRIC SPECIALISTS OF NORTH CAROLINA, PA
Specialist
160 MACGREGOR PINES DR, SUITE 310
CARY, NC 27511
Wake County (919) 234-4468
BARIATRIC PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS OF NORTH CAROLINA
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
160 MACGREGOR PINES DR, SUITE 310
CARY, NC 27511
Wake County (919) 234-4470
BARIATRIC REVISION SPECIALISTS OF NORTH CAROLINA, PA
Surgery
160 MACGREGOR PINES DR, SUITE 310
CARY, NC 27511
Wake County (919) 234-4468

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 Don Drinkwater's NPI number?

The NPI number for Don Drinkwater is 1689625550. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 15, 2006.

Where is Don Drinkwater located?

Don Drinkwater practices at 160 Macgregor Pines Dr Suite 310, Cary, NC 27511. The listed phone number is (919) 234-4470.

What is Don Drinkwater's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Don Drinkwater enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Don Drinkwater 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 Don Drinkwater accept?

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

According to CMS data, Don Drinkwater is affiliated with Rex Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Don Drinkwater was last updated on May 2, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.