Robert Updaw, MD
NPI 1215115332 · Pulmonary Disease Physician · Charlotte, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pulmonary Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Updaw, MD is a Pulmonary Disease Physician provider in Charlotte, NC (NPI 1215115332).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215115332
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pulmonary Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2008-01064 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
440 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 104 | $114 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 79 | $121 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 75 | $205 |
| Test to Examine How Well the Lungs Exchange Gases94729 | 53 | $53 |
| Test to Determine Lung Volumes Using Sensors94726 | 52 | $53 |
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume Changes Before and After Medication Administration94060 | 48 | $37 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 95 | 46 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 52 | 17 |
| Prednisone | 43 | 16 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 41 | — |
| Fluticasone/Vilanterolbrand: Breo Ellipta | 38 | 11 |
| Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanterbrand: Trelegy Ellipta | 33 | 12 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 1350 S Kings DrCharlotte, NC 28207-2134Phone: (704) 446-4490
- 500 Lauchwood DrLaurinburg, NC 28352-5501Phone: (910) 291-6904
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-01-31
- Last updated
- 2024-07-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Updaw's NPI number?
- Robert Updaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215115332, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Updaw's specialty?
- Robert Updaw is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pulmonary Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Updaw located?
- Robert Updaw's practice location on file with NPPES is 101 E W T Harris Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28262-3485.
- What is Robert Updaw's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Updaw is (704) 863-5847.
- Does Robert Updaw accept Medicare?
- Robert Updaw is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Updaw's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Updaw's NPI (1215115332) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.