Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Sarita Cross, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Asheville, NC
- NPI 1194740837
- Accepts Medicare
- 29 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
10 McDowell St
Asheville, NC 288014104
(828) 258-8545
fax (828) 254-0714
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 20, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #9900807
- Medicaid
- NC #5907658
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1194740837. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,075
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$114,599
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 424 | 229 | $92 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 326 | 239 | $75 | |
90966 |
Home dialysis services per month (20 years or older) | 133 | 37 | $296 | |
81001 |
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated | 58 | 56 | $3 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 58 | 58 | $108 | |
99441 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes | 30 | 28 | $44 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 26 | 26 | $161 | |
81000 |
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, non-automated | 20 | 20 | $4 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in this city , average services per provider: 92. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$98
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 3 | $71.66 | |
| Vifor Pharma, Inc. | 1 | $21.81 | |
| Travere Therapeutics, Inc. | 1 | $4.15 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,400
Patients
400
Total drug cost
$131,748
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 221 | 65 | $1,435 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 135 | 37 | $1,509 |
| Spironolactone | Generic | 129 | 42 | $1,299 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 113 | 38 | $874 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 113 | 36 | $976 |
| Jardiance (Empagliflozin) | Brand | 89 | 12 | $58,660 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 81 | 20 | $632 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 73 | 17 | $182 |
| Chlorthalidone | Generic | 70 | 21 | $1,828 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 70 | 26 | $1,422 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Sarita Cross's medical specialty?
Dr. Sarita Cross practices Nephrology Physician in Asheville, NC.
Where does Dr. Sarita Cross practice?
Dr. Sarita Cross practices at 10 McDowell St, Asheville, NC 288014104. Office phone: 8282588545.
What is Dr. Sarita Cross's NPI?
Dr. Sarita Cross's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194740837, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Sarita Cross accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Sarita Cross accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Sarita Cross commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Home dialysis services per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90966). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.