Robert Armstrong, MD
NPI 1518945617 · Neurology Physician · Asheville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Armstrong, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Asheville, NC (NPI 1518945617).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518945617
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9801146 (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
2,200 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 | 379 | $121 |
| 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 | 377 | $16 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 262 | $102 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 195 | $59 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 187 | $86 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 73 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lamotrigine | 288 | 61 |
| Lacosamide | 226 | 55 |
| Levetiracetam | 193 | 47 |
| Gabapentin | 155 | 54 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 119 | 33 |
| Baclofen | 89 | 23 |
| Topiramate | 87 | 24 |
| Perampanelbrand: Fycompa | 86 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,195 across 138 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
- 2006-01-09
- Last updated
- 2020-09-21
- Certified
- 2020-09-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Armstrong's NPI number?
- Robert Armstrong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518945617, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Armstrong's specialty?
- Robert Armstrong is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Armstrong located?
- Robert Armstrong's practice location on file with NPPES is 731 Dogwood Road, Asheville, NC 28806.
- What is Robert Armstrong's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Armstrong is (828) 210-9300.
- Does Robert Armstrong accept Medicare?
- Robert Armstrong is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Armstrong's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Armstrong's NPI (1518945617) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-09-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.