William Abernethy, M.D.
NPI 1265438253 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Asheville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
William Abernethy, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Asheville, NC (NPI 1265438253).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265438253
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2001-00820 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
1,206 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 | 215 | $124 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 179 | $12 |
| Insertion of Tube in Left Lower Heart Chamber and Coronary Artery for Diagnosis With Review By Radiologist93458 | 96 | $230 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System, Remote Up to 90 Days93294 | 95 | $28 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System Or Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days93296 | 95 | $20 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 294 | 103 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 236 | 82 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 207 | 70 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 196 | 78 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 184 | 51 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 182 | 59 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,452 across 27 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
- 2005-06-23
- Last updated
- 2022-02-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is William Abernethy's NPI number?
- William Abernethy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265438253, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is William Abernethy's specialty?
- William Abernethy is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is William Abernethy located?
- William Abernethy's practice location on file with NPPES is 5 Vanderbilt Park Dr, Asheville, NC 28803-1700.
- What is William Abernethy's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for William Abernethy is (828) 274-6000.
- Does William Abernethy accept Medicare?
- William Abernethy is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is William Abernethy's NPI active?
- Yes — William Abernethy's NPI (1265438253) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-02-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.