Robert Gay, MD
NPI 1649290669 · Rheumatology Physician · Winston Salem, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Gay, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Winston Salem, NC (NPI 1649290669).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649290669
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 96-00544 (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
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
1,064 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 | 612 | $91 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 219 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 202 | $62 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 17 | $125 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 14 | $51 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 55 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 1,149 | 300 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 837 | 211 |
| Prednisone | 720 | 163 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 343 | 41 |
| Celecoxib | 241 | 60 |
| Leflunomide | 237 | 69 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 183 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$120 across 6 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
- 2006-07-20
- Last updated
- 2022-06-03
- Certified
- 2022-06-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Gay's NPI number?
- Robert Gay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649290669, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Gay's specialty?
- Robert Gay is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Gay located?
- Robert Gay's practice location on file with NPPES is 1995 Bethabara Rd, Winston Salem, NC 27106-3375.
- What is Robert Gay's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Gay is (336) 896-1477.
- Does Robert Gay accept Medicare?
- Robert Gay is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Gay's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Gay's NPI (1649290669) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-06-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.