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MR. CHARLES STEPHEN WATRAS MD
NPI 1891772737
Family Medicine in Murphy, NC

Active since December 30, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
52.71/100
CMS Quality Rating
3765 E US 64 ALT STE 7, MURPHY, NC 28906(828) 835-8733(828) 835-8732 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 13, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Mr. Charles Stephen Watras Md NPPES

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

MR. CHARLES STEPHEN WATRAS MD (NPI 1891772737) is an individual family medicine provider in Murphy, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (38238) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Erlanger Murphy Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine (1975).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891772737
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameMR. CHARLES STEPHEN WATRASCredential: MD
Location Address3765 E US 64 ALT STE 7Murphy, NC 28906-6967
Mailing Address3765 E Us 64 Alt Ste 7Murphy, NC 28906-6967 · (828) 835-8733 · Fax (828) 835-8732
Phone(828) 835-8733
Fax(828) 835-8732
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated 1975
Enumeration DateDecember 30, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJune 13, 2014
✔ NPI 1891772737 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 38238✔ Licensed in TN · MD11633
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
3765 E US 64 ALT STE 7, Murphy, NC 28906
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINB31153
Medicare PIN213867GNC
Medicaid8986024NC

Accepted Insurance

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

Mr. Charles Stephen Watras 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 ID4284619354
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040819001549
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 10

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.
355 services167 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
248 services148 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
79 services79 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
50 services43 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
42 services42 patients
Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0442
An annual alcohol misuse screening is a 15-minute check-up to assess your drinking habits. It helps identify if you're consuming alcohol in a way that could harm your health. This is not a judgment, but a tool to promote your wellbeing.
40 services40 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Erlanger Murphy Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Murphy, NC
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number341328
Location3990 East Us Highway 64 AltMurphy, NC 28906 · Cherokee County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28906 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
$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.

52.71/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality77.18
Improvement Activities0
Cost72.8

Reported Quality Measures

Advance Care Plan
44%511 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Breast Cancer Screening
51%240 patients3/55-star benchmark: 93%
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
46%260 patients3/55-star benchmark: 87%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
46%559 patients3/55-star benchmark: 88%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
86%306 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
22%144 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
46%144 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
99%2,456 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
HIV Screening
0%368 patients1/55-star benchmark: 60%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
17%1,009 patients2/55-star benchmark: 61%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 87% · 633 patients
Patients screened: 99% · 633 patients
34%110 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 6% · 498 patients
Patients totalRate: 21% · 518 patients
19%518 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 8

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
6 suppliers14 claims36 services$5.63 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers12 claims12 services$68.47 avg. paid by Medicare
Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers11 claims11 services$21.21 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers15 claims15 services$20.49 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers20 claims120 services$3.02 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers52 claims52 services$18.84 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

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

CHARLES S WATRAS MD PLLC
Family Medicine
3765 E US 64 ALT STE 7
MURPHY, NC 28906
Cherokee County (828) 835-8733

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 Charles Watras's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Watras is 1891772737. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 30, 2005.

Where is Charles Watras located?

Charles Watras practices at 3765 E Us 64 Alt Ste 7, Murphy, NC 28906. The listed phone number is (828) 835-8733.

What is Charles Watras's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Charles Watras enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles Watras 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 Charles Watras accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Charles Watras 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 Charles Watras affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Charles Watras is affiliated with Erlanger Murphy Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Charles Watras was last updated on June 13, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.