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Dr. Winfield Word-Sims, M.D.
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Asheville, NC
- NPI 1093710493
- Accepts Medicare
- 41 yrs in practice
- Male
- 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
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 19, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #30959
- Medicaid (2)
- NC #8989249 · SC #Q30959
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1093710493. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
470
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$50,856
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 170 | 109 | $88 | |
81001 |
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated | 114 | 78 | $3 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 49 | 15 | $355 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 31 | 29 | $64 | |
81000 |
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, non-automated | 29 | 19 | $4 | |
90966 |
Home dialysis services per month (20 years or older) | 25 | 16 | $298 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 18 | 11 | $295 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 17 | 13 | $69 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 17 | 14 | $124 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in this city , average services per provider: 92. This provider delivers 5.1× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
716
Patients
126
Total drug cost
$45,164
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 132 | 39 | $783 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 120 | 33 | $606 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 72 | 23 | $834 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 60 | 17 | $655 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 54 | 14 | $199 |
| Benazepril Hcl | Generic | 42 | 0 | $579 |
| Valsartan | Generic | 39 | 0 | $973 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 38 | 0 | $337 |
| Farxiga (Dapagliflozin Propanediol) | Brand | 31 | 0 | $23,554 |
| Chlorthalidone | Generic | 25 | 0 | $468 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Winfield Word-Sims's medical specialty?
Dr. Winfield Word-Sims practices Nephrology Physician in Asheville, NC.
Where does Dr. Winfield Word-Sims practice?
Dr. Winfield Word-Sims practices at 10 McDowell St, Asheville, NC 288014104. Office phone: 8282588545.
What is Dr. Winfield Word-Sims's NPI?
Dr. Winfield Word-Sims's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093710493, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Winfield Word-Sims accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Winfield Word-Sims accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Winfield Word-Sims commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated (HCPCS 81001); Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.