Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Robert Updaw, MD
Pulmonary Disease Physician (CMS: Pulmonary Disease) · Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Internal Medicine Physician · Charlotte, NC
- NPI 1215115332
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 92.1 / 100 · 2023
- 21 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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101 E W T Harris Blvd, Bldg 5000 Suite #5101
Charlotte, NC 282623485
(704) 863-5847 - Additional location
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1350 S Kings Dr
Charlotte, NC 282072134
(704) 446-4490 - Additional location
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500 Lauchwood Dr
Laurinburg, NC 283525501
(910) 291-6904 - Mailing address
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Po Box 19305
Charlotte, NC 282199305
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 15, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RP1001X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #2008-01064
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1215115332. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
431
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$46,073
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 78 | 31 | $207 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 67 | 37 | $120 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 60 | 30 | $116 | |
94726 |
Test to determine lung volumes using sensors | 51 | 46 | $51 | |
94729 |
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases | 51 | 46 | $54 | |
94060 |
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration | 47 | 44 | $37 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 39 | 33 | $87 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 21 | 12 | $77 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 17 | 17 | $169 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 17 peers in Charlotte Pulmonary Disease Physician, average services per provider: 56. This provider delivers 7.7× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
662
Patients
155
Total drug cost
$725,923
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 158 | 62 | $4,771 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 60 | 27 | $206 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 58 | 17 | $610 |
| Montelukast Sodium | Generic | 57 | 14 | $559 |
| Trelegy Ellipta (Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanter) | Brand | 54 | 22 | $52,817 |
| Symbicort (Budesonide/Formoterol Fumarate) | Brand | 45 | 0 | $27,300 |
| Breo Ellipta (Fluticasone/Vilanterol) | Brand | 41 | 13 | $24,836 |
| Ofev (Nintedanib Esylate) | Brand | 32 | 0 | $514,394 |
| Spiriva Respimat (Tiotropium Bromide) | Brand | 29 | 0 | $22,489 |
| Ventolin Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 29 | 0 | $1,767 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Robert Updaw's medical specialty?
Dr. Robert Updaw practices Pulmonary Disease Physician in Charlotte, NC.
Where does Dr. Robert Updaw practice?
Dr. Robert Updaw practices at 101 E W T Harris Blvd, Charlotte, NC 282623485. Office phone: 7048635847.
What is Dr. Robert Updaw's NPI?
Dr. Robert Updaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215115332, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Robert Updaw accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Robert Updaw accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Robert Updaw commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Critical care (HCPCS 99291); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.