Michael Lauffenburger, MD
NPI 1194794644 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Winston Salem, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Lauffenburger, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Winston Salem, NC (NPI 1194794644).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194794644
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 200100161 (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
1,262 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 280 | $88 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 196 | $67 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 189 | $33 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 153 | $124 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 83 | $160 |
| Partial Removal of Collar Bone at Shoulder Using an Endoscope29824 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 90 | 32 |
| Celecoxib | 31 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 28 | 22 |
| Amoxicillin | 26 | 21 |
| Ibuprofen | 24 | — |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 18 | 14 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 18 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$792 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
- 2006-03-16
- Last updated
- 2023-11-22
- Certified
- 2023-11-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Lauffenburger's NPI number?
- Michael Lauffenburger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194794644, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Lauffenburger's specialty?
- Michael Lauffenburger is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Lauffenburger located?
- Michael Lauffenburger's practice location on file with NPPES is 170 Kimel Park Dr, Winston Salem, NC 27103-6946.
- What is Michael Lauffenburger's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Lauffenburger is (704) 323-2000.
- Does Michael Lauffenburger accept Medicare?
- Michael Lauffenburger is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Lauffenburger's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Lauffenburger's NPI (1194794644) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.