Gregory Means, MD
NPI 1790045268 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Winston Salem, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gregory Means, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Winston Salem, NC (NPI 1790045268).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790045268
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2015-00068 (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
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,823 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 479 | $8 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 206 | $85 |
| 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 | 186 | $15 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 155 | $64 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 128 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 37 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 337 | 102 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 320 | 89 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 249 | 79 |
| Carvedilol | 200 | 54 |
| Isosorbide Mononitratebrand: Isosorbide Mononitrate Er | 168 | 53 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 161 | 42 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$7,236 across 32 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 (1)
- Acc Clinic Building Cb 7705102 Mason Farm RdChapel Hill, NC 27599-0001Phone: (919) 966-1459
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-05-18
- Last updated
- 2023-05-19
- Certified
- 2023-05-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gregory Means's NPI number?
- Gregory Means's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790045268, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gregory Means's specialty?
- Gregory Means is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gregory Means located?
- Gregory Means's practice location on file with NPPES is 186 Kimel Park Dr, Winston Salem, NC 27103-6946.
- What is Gregory Means's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gregory Means is (336) 277-2000.
- Does Gregory Means accept Medicare?
- Gregory Means is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gregory Means's NPI active?
- Yes — Gregory Means's NPI (1790045268) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-05-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.