John Poulos, M.D.
NPI 1578596896 · Gastroenterology Physician · Fayetteville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Poulos, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Fayetteville, NC (NPI 1578596896).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578596896
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9801021 (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
19 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
1,524 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 | 371 | $118 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 283 | $66 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 187 | $233 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 116 | $155 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 110 | $91 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 15 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 188 | 60 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 116 | 38 |
| Rabeprazole Sodium | 92 | 21 |
| Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropinebrand: Diphenoxylate-Atropine | 30 | 12 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 29 | 12 |
| Mesalamine | 22 | — |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 21 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$41,905 across 80 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
- 2006-07-09
- Last updated
- 2019-08-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Poulos's NPI number?
- John Poulos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578596896, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Poulos's specialty?
- John Poulos is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Poulos located?
- John Poulos's practice location on file with NPPES is 2041 Valleygate Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28304-3688.
- What is John Poulos's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Poulos is (910) 323-5203.
- Does John Poulos accept Medicare?
- John Poulos is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Poulos's NPI active?
- Yes — John Poulos's NPI (1578596896) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-08-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.