Michael Watterson, MD, FACR
NPI 1477548584 · Rheumatology Physician · Greenville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Watterson, MD, FACR is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Greenville, NC (NPI 1477548584).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477548584
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD, FACR
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2021-01962 (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
4,135 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 | 683 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 367 | $84 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 366 | $8 |
| 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 | 363 | $15 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 359 | $10 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 62 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 1,577 | 398 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 1,088 | 215 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 905 | 197 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 361 | 72 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 342 | 96 |
| Gabapentin | 318 | 74 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$702 across 48 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
- 2005-09-14
- Last updated
- 2021-08-26
- Certified
- 2021-08-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Watterson's NPI number?
- Michael Watterson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477548584, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Watterson's specialty?
- Michael Watterson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Watterson located?
- Michael Watterson's practice location on file with NPPES is 1850 W Arlington Blvd, Greenville, NC 27834-5704.
- What is Michael Watterson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Watterson is (252) 752-6101.
- Does Michael Watterson accept Medicare?
- Michael Watterson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Watterson's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Watterson's NPI (1477548584) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-08-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.