Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Scott Elston, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Burlington, NC
- NPI 1710942016
- Accepts Medicare
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1234 Huffman Mill Road
Burlington, NC 272158700
(336) 538-1234
fax (336) 584-6811
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 18, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #33995
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1710942016. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
460
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$38,464
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 158 | 149 | $117 | |
0241U |
Respiratory infectious agent detection by rna for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid 19), influenza a, influenza b, and respiratory syncytial virus, upper respiratory specimen, each reported as detected or not detected | 67 | 65 | $131 | |
81001 |
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated | 66 | 60 | $3 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 36 | 36 | $170 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 25 | 25 | $7 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 24 | 24 | $8 | |
71046 |
X-ray of chest, 2 views | 22 | 22 | $21 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 19 | 19 | $158 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 15 | 11 | $12 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 14 | 14 | $27 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in Burlington Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 125. This provider delivers 3.7× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,201
Patients
1,132
Total drug cost
$8,658
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 452 | 416 | $951 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 141 | 133 | $1,589 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 136 | 135 | $634 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 85 | 81 | $1,014 |
| Cefdinir | Generic | 83 | 78 | $1,498 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 46 | 45 | $293 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 41 | 40 | $277 |
| Fluconazole | Generic | 36 | 32 | $95 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 36 | 33 | $82 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 35 | 34 | $185 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Scott Elston's medical specialty?
Dr. Scott Elston practices Internal Medicine Physician in Burlington, NC.
Where does Dr. Scott Elston practice?
Dr. Scott Elston practices at 1234 Huffman Mill Road, Burlington, NC 272158700. Office phone: 3365381234.
What is Dr. Scott Elston's NPI?
Dr. Scott Elston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710942016, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Scott Elston accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Scott Elston accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Scott Elston commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Respiratory infectious agent detection by rna for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid 19), influenza a, influenza b, and respiratory syncytial virus, upper respiratory specimen, each reported as detected or not detected (HCPCS 0241U); Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated (HCPCS 81001). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.