Aaron Pickens, MD
NPI 1821484650 · Pulmonary Disease Physician · Winston Salem, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pulmonary Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Aaron Pickens, MD is a Pulmonary Disease Physician provider in Winston Salem, NC (NPI 1821484650).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821484650
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pulmonary Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2019-02227 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
402 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 67 | $198 |
| Test to Examine How Well the Lungs Exchange Gases94729 | 45 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 45 | $120 |
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume Changes Before and After Medication Administration94060 | 34 | $9 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 34 | $70 |
| Test to Determine Lung Volumes Using Sensors94726 | 31 | $11 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tiotropium Br/Olodaterol Hclbrand: Stiolto Respimat | 137 | 26 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 78 | 19 |
| Azithromycin | 73 | 13 |
| Umeclidinium Brm/Vilanterol Trbrand: Anoro Ellipta | 57 | — |
| Prednisone | 40 | 16 |
| Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanterbrand: Trelegy Ellipta | 38 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-04-08
- Last updated
- 2021-07-28
- Certified
- 2021-07-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Aaron Pickens's NPI number?
- Aaron Pickens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821484650, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Aaron Pickens's specialty?
- Aaron Pickens is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pulmonary Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Aaron Pickens located?
- Aaron Pickens's practice location on file with NPPES is Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC 27157-0001.
- What is Aaron Pickens's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Aaron Pickens is (336) 716-4305.
- Does Aaron Pickens accept Medicare?
- Aaron Pickens is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Aaron Pickens's NPI active?
- Yes — Aaron Pickens's NPI (1821484650) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-07-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.