Sandy Charles, M.D.
NPI 1578706685 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Charlotte, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sandy Charles, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Charlotte, NC (NPI 1578706685).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578706685
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2015-01284 (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
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
713 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 | 217 | $120 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 88 | $64 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 75 | $178 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 65 | $13 |
| Assessment of Emotional Or Behavioral Problems96127 | 63 | $4 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 284 | 61 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 258 | 97 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 220 | 71 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 176 | 58 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 153 | 54 |
| Carvedilol | 139 | 41 |
| Evolocumabbrand: Repatha Sureclick |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,812 across 19 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 6324 Fairview Rd Ste 400Charlotte, NC 28210-4278Phone: (980) 302-8659Fax: (980) 302-8674
- 1718 E 4th StSuite 501Charlotte, NC 28204-3261Phone: (704) 343-9800Fax: (704) 347-2011
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-04-20
- Last updated
- 2024-02-12
- Certified
- 2024-02-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sandy Charles's NPI number?
- Sandy Charles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578706685, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sandy Charles's specialty?
- Sandy Charles is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sandy Charles located?
- Sandy Charles's practice location on file with NPPES is 15830 Ballantyne Medical Pl, Charlotte, NC 28277-4653.
- What is Sandy Charles's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sandy Charles is (980) 302-8659.
- Does Sandy Charles accept Medicare?
- Sandy Charles is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sandy Charles's NPI active?
- Yes — Sandy Charles's NPI (1578706685) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.