John Meier, M.D.
NPI 1043274244 · Gastroenterology Physician · Hickory, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Meier, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Hickory, NC (NPI 1043274244).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043274244
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 94-00928 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
432 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 176 | $126 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 63 | $34 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 57 | $246 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 54 | $89 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 28 | $163 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 206 | 55 |
| Omeprazole | 173 | 49 |
| Famotidine | 72 | 21 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 71 | 14 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 65 | 62 |
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 58 | 55 |
| Mesalamine | 58 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$84 across 5 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-14
- Last updated
- 2014-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Meier's NPI number?
- John Meier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043274244, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Meier's specialty?
- John Meier is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Meier located?
- John Meier's practice location on file with NPPES is 415 N Center St, Hickory, NC 28601-5036.
- What is John Meier's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Meier is (828) 328-3300.
- Does John Meier accept Medicare?
- John Meier is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Meier's NPI active?
- Yes — John Meier's NPI (1043274244) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.