Stephen Grinton, MD
NPI 1962590166 · Pulmonary Disease Physician · Shelby, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pulmonary Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Grinton, MD is a Pulmonary Disease Physician provider in Shelby, NC (NPI 1962590166).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962590166
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pulmonary Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 200400342 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
372 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 143 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 42 | $123 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 11-20 Minutes99442 | 36 | $87 |
| Test to Determine Lung Volumes Using Sensors94726 | 35 | $11 |
| Test to Examine How Well the Lungs Exchange Gases94729 | 35 | $8 |
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume Changes Before and After Medication Administration94060 | 34 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanterbrand: Trelegy Ellipta | 124 | 24 |
| Prednisone | 64 | 35 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 48 | 20 |
| Fluticasone/Vilanterolbrand: Breo Ellipta | 41 | — |
| Budesonide/Formoterol Fumaratebrand: Symbicort | 38 | 14 |
| Fluticasone Propion/Salmeterolbrand: Fluticasone-Salmeterol | 30 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$72 across 3 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 (4)
- 1350 S Kings DrCharlotte, NC 28207-2134Phone: (704) 446-4490
- 825 E King StKings Mountain, NC 28086-3186Phone: (704) 510-9900
- 447 Mcalister RdSte 2400Lincolnton, NC 28092-4114Phone: (980) 487-2700
- 441 Mcalister RdLincolnton, NC 28092-4126Phone: (980) 487-2700
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-11
- Last updated
- 2024-07-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Grinton's NPI number?
- Stephen Grinton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962590166, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Grinton's specialty?
- Stephen Grinton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pulmonary Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Grinton located?
- Stephen Grinton's practice location on file with NPPES is 1010 E Dixon Blvd, Shelby, NC 28152-6838.
- What is Stephen Grinton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Grinton is (980) 487-2700.
- Does Stephen Grinton accept Medicare?
- Stephen Grinton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Grinton's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Grinton's NPI (1962590166) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.