DR. PAUL CHANNING HARKINS MD
NPI 1992849921
Anesthesiology in Winston Salem, NC

Active since February 15, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
88.22/100
CMS Quality Rating
MEDICAL CENTER BLVD, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157(336) 716-3245(336) 716-0567 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 23, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 25, 2023, Aug 24, 2021, Oct 30, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Paul Channing Harkins Md NPPES

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

DR. PAUL CHANNING HARKINS MD (NPI 1992849921) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Winston Salem, North Carolina, licensed in Colorado (DR.0065196) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Carolina Baptist Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992849921
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. PAUL CHANNING HARKINSCredential: MD
Location AddressMEDICAL CENTER BLVDWinston Salem, NC 27157-0001
Mailing AddressMedical Center BlvdWinston Salem, NC 27157-0001 · (336) 716-3245 · Fax (336) 716-0567
Fax(336) 716-0567
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Utah School Of MedicineGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateFebruary 15, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 23, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 23, 2025
NPI 1992849921 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
Licenses Licensed in CO · DR.0065196 Licensed in NC · 2007-00123
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 ListedAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineTaxonomy 207LP2900X · License DR.0065196 (CO), 200700123 (NC)
MEDICAL CENTER BLVD, Winston Salem, NC 27157

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11400 E Boulder St Ste 2508Colorado Springs, CO 80909-5533 · Phone (719) 365-6999 · Fax (719) 365-2837
Location 26011 E Woodmen Rd Ste 360Colorado Springs, CO 80923-2606 · Phone (719) 571-8550

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

Dr. Paul Channing Harkins 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 ID4284785130
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090706000478
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.

Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323
This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.
54 services43 patients
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483
This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.
20 services19 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
18 services18 patients
Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance 62321
This procedure involves injecting a substance into your middle or upper spine canal. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The substance can help diagnose or treat various conditions, providing relief from symptoms.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

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.

88.22/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality88.96
Promoting Interoperability81
Improvement Activities40

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 Paul Harkins's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Harkins is 1992849921. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 15, 2007.

Where is Paul Harkins located?

Paul Harkins practices at Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC 27157. The listed phone number is (336) 716-3245.

What is Paul Harkins's specialty?

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

Is Paul Harkins enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul Harkins 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 Paul Harkins accept?

Health plans from Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc list Paul Harkins 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 Paul Harkins affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paul Harkins is affiliated with North Carolina Baptist Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Harkins was last updated on October 23, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.