AARON WILLIAM PICKENS MD
NPI 1821484650
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Winston Salem, NC

Active since April 08, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
MEDICAL CENTER BLVD, WATLINGTON HALL, 3RD FLOOR, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157(336) 716-4305 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 28, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 28, 2021, Nov 1, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Aaron William Pickens Md NPPES

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

AARON WILLIAM PICKENS MD (NPI 1821484650) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Winston Salem, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2019-02227) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Carolina Baptist Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821484650
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameAARON WILLIAM PICKENSCredential: MD
Location AddressMEDICAL CENTER BLVD, WATLINGTON HALL, 3RD FLOORWinston Salem, NC 27157-0001
Mailing AddressMedical Center Blvd, Watlington Hall, 3rd FloorWinston Salem, NC 27157-0001 · (336) 716-4305
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateApril 8, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 28, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 28, 2021
NPI 1821484650 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RP1001X
License Licensed in NC · 2019-02227
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 2019-02227 (NC)
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 2019-02227 (NC)
MEDICAL CENTER BLVD, Winston Salem, NC 27157

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

Aaron William Pickens 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 ID5698084689
PECOS Enrollment IDI20191216000168
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 13

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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
67 services36 patients
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729
This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.
45 services45 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.
45 services35 patients
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060
This procedure measures how air flows in and out of your lungs. It's done before and after medication to see if the treatment improves your breathing. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves breathing into a device called a spirometer.
34 services34 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 services20 patients
Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726
This test, called spirometry, measures lung capacity using sensors. You breathe into a mouthpiece attached to a device that records the amount and rate of air you inhale and exhale. It helps diagnose and monitor lung conditions.
31 services31 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Wilkes Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · North Wilkesboro, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340064
Location1370 West D StNorth Wilkesboro, NC 28659 · Wilkes County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lexington Memorial Hospital Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Lexington, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340096
Location250 Hospital Drive PO Box 1817Lexington, NC 27293 · Davidson County
Emergency services

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
4 suppliers12 claims17 services$17.50 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
5 suppliers19 claims23 services$84.19 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 Aaron Pickens's NPI number?

The NPI number for Aaron Pickens is 1821484650. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 8, 2015.

Where is Aaron Pickens located?

Aaron Pickens practices at Medical Center Blvd Watlington Hall, 3rd Floor, Winston Salem, NC 27157. The listed phone number is (336) 716-4305.

What is Aaron Pickens's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Aaron Pickens enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Aaron Pickens 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 Aaron Pickens accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, AmeriHealth Caritas Next and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and 2 other insurers list Aaron Pickens 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 Aaron Pickens affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Aaron Pickens is affiliated with North Carolina Baptist Hospital, Wilkes Regional Medical Center and Lexington Memorial Hospital Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Aaron Pickens was last updated on July 28, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.