Andrew Laster, MD
NPI 1669428488 · Rheumatology Physician · Charlotte, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Andrew Laster, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Charlotte, NC (NPI 1669428488).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1669428488
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 26557 (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
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
3,604 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Administration of Non-Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96401 | 529 | $69 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 490 | $90 |
| 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 | 468 | $16 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 388 | $125 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 303 | $128 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 44 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 526 | 157 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 363 | 105 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 337 | 72 |
| Leflunomide | 182 | 53 |
| Leucovorin Calcium | 176 | 47 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 130 | 42 |
| Allopurinol | 97 | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,547 across 87 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
- 2006-05-25
- Last updated
- 2023-10-25
- Certified
- 2023-10-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Andrew Laster's NPI number?
- Andrew Laster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669428488, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Andrew Laster's specialty?
- Andrew Laster is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Andrew Laster located?
- Andrew Laster's practice location on file with NPPES is 1918 Randolph Rd, Charlotte, NC 28207-1100.
- What is Andrew Laster's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Andrew Laster is (704) 342-0252.
- Does Andrew Laster accept Medicare?
- Andrew Laster is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Andrew Laster's NPI active?
- Yes — Andrew Laster's NPI (1669428488) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-10-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.