Edward Lipford, M.D.
NPI 1538160031 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Charlotte, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Lipford, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Charlotte, NC (NPI 1538160031).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538160031
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 30402 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
6,924 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Protein Measurement, Serum84165 | 1,841 | $17 |
| Molecular Pathology Procedure; Physician Interpretation and ReportG0452 | 1,200 | $44 |
| Immunologic Analysis Technique on Serum (immunofixation)86334 | 883 | $17 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 502 | $26 |
| Interpretation and Report of Genetic Testing88291 | 410 | $32 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 302 | $11 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-09
- Last updated
- 2018-04-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Lipford's NPI number?
- Edward Lipford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538160031, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Lipford's specialty?
- Edward Lipford is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Lipford located?
- Edward Lipford's practice location on file with NPPES is 1000 Blythe Blvd Fl 4, Charlotte, NC 28203-5812.
- What is Edward Lipford's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Lipford is (704) 973-5500.
- Does Edward Lipford accept Medicare?
- Edward Lipford is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Lipford's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Lipford's NPI (1538160031) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-04-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.