Robert Ponec, MD
NPI 1356329049 · Gastroenterology Physician · Salem, OR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Ponec, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Salem, OR (NPI 1356329049).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356329049
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- License
- MD20588 (OR)
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
974 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 386 | $35 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 159 | $234 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 104 | $69 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 89 | $75 |
| Colorectal Cancer Screening; Colonoscopy on Individual at High RiskG0105 | 39 | $174 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 207 | 206 |
| Omeprazole | 175 | 84 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 98 | 43 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 77 | 75 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 47 | 45 |
| Famotidine | 43 | 17 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$101 across 4 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
- 2006-01-04
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Ponec's NPI number?
- Robert Ponec's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356329049, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Ponec's specialty?
- Robert Ponec is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Ponec located?
- Robert Ponec's practice location on file with NPPES is 875 Oak St Se, Salem, OR 97301.
- What is Robert Ponec's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Ponec is (503) 399-7520.
- Does Robert Ponec accept Medicare?
- Robert Ponec is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Ponec's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Ponec's NPI (1356329049) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.