Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Robert Qualheim, M.D.
Nephrology Physician · Emergency Medicine Physician · Elkin, NC
- NPI 1528032687
- 20 yrs on file
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1321 N Bridge St
Elkin, NC 286212303
(336) 530-4491
fax (949) 561-5143
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 10, 2021
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #28557
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1528032687. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
216
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$20,221
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 108 | 42 | $121 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 50 | 30 | $85 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 42 | 31 | $8 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 16 | 16 | $158 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Elkin Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 54. This provider delivers 4.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$176
Transactions
10
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 4 | $68.85 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $36.15 | |
| Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, INC. | 1 | $21.25 | |
| Ani Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $18.88 | |
| Shield Therapeutics INC | 1 | $17.61 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 1 | $13.34 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
499
Patients
78
Total drug cost
$30,342
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 98 | 30 | $828 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 86 | 24 | $421 |
| Chlorthalidone | Generic | 34 | 13 | $410 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 29 | 11 | $345 |
| Spironolactone | Generic | 29 | 0 | $209 |
| Telmisartan | Generic | 26 | 0 | $779 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 25 | 0 | $221 |
| Farxiga (Dapagliflozin Propanediol) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $19,979 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 22 | 0 | $161 |
| Cinacalcet Hcl | Generic | 22 | 0 | $5,738 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Robert Qualheim's medical specialty?
Dr. Robert Qualheim practices Nephrology Physician in Elkin, NC.
Where does Dr. Robert Qualheim practice?
Dr. Robert Qualheim practices at 1321 N Bridge St, Elkin, NC 286212303. Office phone: 3365304491.
What is Dr. Robert Qualheim's NPI?
Dr. Robert Qualheim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528032687, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Robert Qualheim 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); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.