Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Craig Cender, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Asheville, NC
- NPI 1073502068
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 92.1 / 100 · 2023
- 31 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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291 Sweeten Creek Road
Asheville, NC 288031527
(828) 254-0881
fax (828) 258-1614 - Additional location
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1032 Fleming Street, Ste A
Hendersonville, NC 287913532
(828) 696-3099
fax (828) 774-5469 - Additional location
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188 Medical Park Drive
Brevard, NC 287124188
(828) 883-9600
fax (828) 774-5469 - Mailing address
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291 Sweeten Creek RD
Asheville, NC 288031527
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 23, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #9900794
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1073502068. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,356
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$134,143
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99439 |
Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 453 | 50 | $46 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 265 | 50 | $60 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 146 | 146 | $241 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 87 | 87 | $75 | |
74328 |
Review by radiologist of image from tube placement into bile duct using an endoscope | 42 | 40 | $22 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 42 | 42 | $160 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 33 | 33 | $94 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 33 | 33 | $176 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 27 | 22 | $77 | |
43237 |
Ultrasound exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope through mouth | 26 | 26 | $175 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in Asheville Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 236. This provider delivers 5.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$727
Transactions
22
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steris Corporation | 1 | $205.93 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 3 | $152.04 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 5 | $97.25 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 5 | $87.32 | |
| Olympus America INC. | 3 | $74.90 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 1 | $26.49 | |
| Laborie Medical Technologies Corp. | 1 | $26.44 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 1 | $21.66 | |
| Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, INC | 1 | $21.08 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $13.45 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
581
Patients
425
Total drug cost
$209,658
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 276 | 274 | $5,518 |
| Lansoprazole | Generic | 62 | 24 | $2,937 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 60 | 23 | $1,264 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 49 | 18 | $347 |
| Gavilyte-C (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 28 | 28 | $529 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 28 | 26 | $2,206 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 21 | 13 | $245 |
| Peg-3350 and Electrolytes (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 19 | 19 | $428 |
| Rabeprazole Sodium | Generic | 14 | 0 | $984 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $192,587 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Craig Cender's medical specialty?
Dr. Craig Cender practices Gastroenterology Physician in Asheville, NC.
Where does Dr. Craig Cender practice?
Dr. Craig Cender practices at 291 Sweeten Creek Road, Asheville, NC 288031527. Office phone: 8282540881.
What is Dr. Craig Cender's NPI?
Dr. Craig Cender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073502068, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Craig Cender accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Craig Cender accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Craig Cender commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month (HCPCS 99439); Chronic care management services (HCPCS 99490); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.