Kim Edhegard, M.D.
NPI 1487855680 · Dermatology Physician · Morganton, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kim Edhegard, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Morganton, NC (NPI 1487855680).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487855680
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2007-01975 (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
19 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
3,119 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,326 | $6 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 386 | $45 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 337 | $85 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 234 | $77 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 160 | $101 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical 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 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 202 | 134 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 183 | 105 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 165 | 99 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 78 | — |
| Finasteride | 36 | — |
| Fluconazole | 34 | 20 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 33 | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$5,919 across 162 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
- 2007-05-29
- Last updated
- 2021-03-24
- Certified
- 2021-03-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kim Edhegard's NPI number?
- Kim Edhegard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487855680, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kim Edhegard's specialty?
- Kim Edhegard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kim Edhegard located?
- Kim Edhegard's practice location on file with NPPES is 109 E Fleming Dr Ste 106, Morganton, NC 28655-3799.
- What is Kim Edhegard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kim Edhegard is (828) 475-2646.
- Does Kim Edhegard accept Medicare?
- Kim Edhegard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kim Edhegard's NPI active?
- Yes — Kim Edhegard's NPI (1487855680) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-03-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.