Charles Barrier, MD
NPI 1558364729 · Gastroenterology Physician · Sylva, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Barrier, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Sylva, NC (NPI 1558364729).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558364729
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 24574 (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
21 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
430 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 120 | $81 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 92 | $194 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45378 | 76 | $178 |
| Balloon Dilation of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope, Less Than 3.0 Cm43249 | 72 | $129 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 55 | $242 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 259 | 71 |
| Sucralfate | 181 | 43 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 151 | 40 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 110 | 27 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 103 | 102 |
| Famotidine | 80 | 21 |
| Dexlansoprazolebrand: Dexlansoprazole Dr | 29 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$915 across 45 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
- 2005-05-23
- Last updated
- 2023-03-22
- Certified
- 2023-03-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Barrier's NPI number?
- Charles Barrier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558364729, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Barrier's specialty?
- Charles Barrier is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charles Barrier located?
- Charles Barrier's practice location on file with NPPES is 26 Westcare Dr, Sylva, NC 28779-5290.
- What is Charles Barrier's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Barrier is (828) 586-9200.
- Does Charles Barrier accept Medicare?
- Charles Barrier is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Barrier's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Barrier's NPI (1558364729) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.