Steven Armbruster, M.D.
NPI 1831280056 · Gastroenterology Physician · Greensboro, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Steven Armbruster, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Greensboro, NC (NPI 1831280056).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831280056
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2016-00156 (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
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
637 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 181 | $32 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 98 | $229 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 87 | $118 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 52 | $73 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 46 | $73 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 251 | 89 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 238 | 79 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 144 | 143 |
| Mesalamine | 72 | 17 |
| Famotidine | 71 | 25 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 51 | 12 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 47 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$215 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
- 2006-09-27
- Last updated
- 2019-08-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Steven Armbruster's NPI number?
- Steven Armbruster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831280056, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Steven Armbruster's specialty?
- Steven Armbruster is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Steven Armbruster located?
- Steven Armbruster's practice location on file with NPPES is 520 N Elam Ave, Greensboro, NC 27403-1127.
- What is Steven Armbruster's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Steven Armbruster is (336) 547-1745.
- Does Steven Armbruster accept Medicare?
- Steven Armbruster is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Steven Armbruster's NPI active?
- Yes — Steven Armbruster's NPI (1831280056) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-08-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.