Laura Dressel, MD
NPI 1528001898 · Family Medicine Physician · Candler, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Laura Dressel, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Candler, NC (NPI 1528001898).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528001898
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD2006-0688 (NM)
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
3,790 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 | 620 | $122 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 398 | $9 |
| 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 | 303 | $16 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 226 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 217 | $8 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent Visit |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 149 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 317 | 89 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 298 | 70 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 266 | 44 |
| Omeprazole | 257 | 76 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 253 | 62 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 235 | 66 |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$971 across 53 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
- 2006-06-14
- Last updated
- 2012-07-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Laura Dressel's NPI number?
- Laura Dressel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528001898, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Laura Dressel's specialty?
- Laura Dressel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Laura Dressel located?
- Laura Dressel's practice location on file with NPPES is 1219 Smoky Park Hwy, Candler, NC 28715-9248.
- What is Laura Dressel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Laura Dressel is (828) 258-8681.
- Does Laura Dressel accept Medicare?
- Laura Dressel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Laura Dressel's NPI active?
- Yes — Laura Dressel's NPI (1528001898) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-07-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.