Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Harold Poston, MD
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (CMS: Pathology) · Asheville, NC
- NPI 1083671614
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 92.1 / 100 · 2023
- 46 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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509 Biltmore Ave, Pathology Dept
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 253-0763 - Mailing address
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Po Box 419
Sylva, NC 287790419
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 5, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1980 — 46 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ZP0102X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #34435
- Medicaid
- NC #8968541
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1083671614. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,902
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$198,648
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 2,189 | 1,071 | $36 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 600 | 159 | $27 | |
88307 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity | 514 | 311 | $78 | |
88313 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report | 406 | 272 | $12 | |
85060 |
Blood smear interpretation by physician with written report | 365 | 258 | $23 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 352 | 235 | $33 | |
88311 |
Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present | 268 | 193 | $12 | |
88304 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity | 243 | 229 | $11 | |
88112 |
Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique | 230 | 178 | $26 | |
88360 |
Microscopic genetic analysis of tumor, manual | 197 | 66 | $39 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Asheville Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician, average services per provider: 465. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Harold Poston's medical specialty?
Dr. Harold Poston practices Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician in Asheville, NC.
Where does Dr. Harold Poston practice?
Dr. Harold Poston practices at 509 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801. Office phone: 8282530763.
What is Dr. Harold Poston's NPI?
Dr. Harold Poston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1083671614, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Harold Poston accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Harold Poston accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Harold Poston commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure (HCPCS 88341); Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity (HCPCS 88307). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.