Paul Cheifetz, MD
NPI 1265486054 · Nephrology Physician · Gastonia, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Cheifetz, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Gastonia, NC (NPI 1265486054).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265486054
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2007-00522 (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
3,864 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 478 | $9 |
| Kidney Function Blood Test Panel80069 | 391 | $8 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 385 | $347 |
| Parathormone (parathyroid Hormone) Level83970 | 324 | $40 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 275 | $15 |
| Vitamin D-3 Level82306 | 263 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 490 | 119 |
| Furosemide | 247 | 71 |
| Lisinopril | 217 | 62 |
| Losartan Potassium | 95 | 26 |
| Potassium Chloride | 77 | 22 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 63 | 16 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 60 | 22 |
| Nifedipine |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$52 across 3 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
- 2006-05-19
- Last updated
- 2025-05-02
- Certified
- 2025-05-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Cheifetz's NPI number?
- Paul Cheifetz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265486054, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Cheifetz's specialty?
- Paul Cheifetz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Cheifetz located?
- Paul Cheifetz's practice location on file with NPPES is 920 Cox Rd Ste 201, Gastonia, NC 28054-3435.
- What is Paul Cheifetz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Cheifetz is (704) 864-8302.
- Does Paul Cheifetz accept Medicare?
- Paul Cheifetz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Cheifetz's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Cheifetz's NPI (1265486054) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-05-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.