Michael Cowherd, MD
NPI 1235557034 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Chapel Hill, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Cowherd, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Chapel Hill, NC (NPI 1235557034).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235557034
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2018-00948 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Interventional Cardiology Physician207RI0011X
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,500 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 | 236 | $116 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 151 | $91 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 122 | $7 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Tracing93005 | 117 | $6 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 77 | $151 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 267 | 92 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 184 | 61 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 171 | 65 |
| Losartan Potassium | 108 | 41 |
| Spironolactone | 96 | 37 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 89 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$501 across 18 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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 12605 E 16th AveAurora, CO 80045-2545Phone: (720) 848-0000
- 12605 E 16th AveAurora, CO 80045-2545Phone: (720) 848-0000
- 301 Riverview Ave Ste 700Norfolk, VA 23510-1065Phone: (757) 252-9365
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-03-31
- Last updated
- 2025-01-13
- Certified
- 2025-01-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Cowherd's NPI number?
- Michael Cowherd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235557034, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Cowherd's specialty?
- Michael Cowherd is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Cowherd located?
- Michael Cowherd's practice location on file with NPPES is 160 Dental Cir # 7075, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-5021.
- What is Michael Cowherd's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Cowherd is (919) 966-5205.
- Does Michael Cowherd accept Medicare?
- Michael Cowherd is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Cowherd's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Cowherd's NPI (1235557034) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.