Paul Lafavore, MD
NPI 1568442762 · Anesthesiology Physician · Hickory, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Lafavore, MD is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Hickory, NC (NPI 1568442762).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568442762
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9601371 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
309 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 93 | $66 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 39 | $98 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 38 | $52 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 36 | $164 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, By Chemistry Analyzers80307 | 36 | $59 |
| Drug Test(s), Definitive, Utilizing (1) Drug Identification Methods Able to Identify Individual Drugs and Distinguish Between Structural Isomers (but Not Necessarily Stereoisomers), Including, But Not Limited to Gc/Ms (any Type, Single Or Tandem) and Lc/Ms |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 493 | 100 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 442 | 88 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 206 | 50 |
| Gabapentin | 159 | 32 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 155 | 43 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 89 | 28 |
| Morphine Sulfate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$582 across 22 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
- 2006-01-23
- Last updated
- 2011-07-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Lafavore's NPI number?
- Paul Lafavore's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568442762, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Lafavore's specialty?
- Paul Lafavore is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Lafavore located?
- Paul Lafavore's practice location on file with NPPES is 415 N Center St, Hickory, NC 28601-5036.
- What is Paul Lafavore's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Lafavore is (828) 327-8105.
- Does Paul Lafavore accept Medicare?
- Paul Lafavore is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Lafavore's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Lafavore's NPI (1568442762) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-07-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.