Kris Gaston, MD
NPI 1881657252 · Urology Physician · Charlotte, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kris Gaston, MD is a Urology Physician provider in Charlotte, NC (NPI 1881657252).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881657252
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 200100873 (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
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
556 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 | 192 | $119 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 62 | $162 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 58 | $229 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 42 | $48 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 36 | $3 |
| Instillation of Anti-Cancer Drug Into Bladder51720 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Finasteride | 40 | 12 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 39 | 19 |
| Levofloxacin | 38 | 34 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 32 | 31 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 28 | 26 |
| Solifenacin Succinate | 28 | 11 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 19 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,024 across 18 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 (3)
- 1021 Morehead Medical DrSte 6100Charlotte, NC 28204-2990Phone: (980) 442-2000
- 101 E W T Harris BlvdSte 5500Charlotte, NC 28262-3485Phone: (704) 863-6160
- 1350 S Kings DrCharlotte, NC 28207-2134Phone: (704) 446-1255
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-07
- Last updated
- 2021-09-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kris Gaston's NPI number?
- Kris Gaston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881657252, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kris Gaston's specialty?
- Kris Gaston is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kris Gaston located?
- Kris Gaston's practice location on file with NPPES is 1021 Morehead Medical Dr, Charlotte, NC 28204-2990.
- What is Kris Gaston's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kris Gaston is (980) 442-2000.
- Does Kris Gaston accept Medicare?
- Kris Gaston is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kris Gaston's NPI active?
- Yes — Kris Gaston's NPI (1881657252) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.