Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Watterson, MD, FACR
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Greenville, NC
- NPI 1477548584
- Accepts Medicare
- 31 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1850 W Arlington Blvd
Greenville, NC 278345704
(252) 752-6101
fax (252) 752-6600
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 26, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #2021-01962
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1477548584. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
30,047
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$847,673
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1602 |
Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use | 11,250 | 16 | $13 | |
J0129 |
Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 7,225 | 15 | $40 | |
J1745 |
Injection, infliximab, excludes biosimilar, 10 mg | 3,375 | 18 | $33 | |
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 2,400 | 32 | $23 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 1,144 | 88 | $1 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,007 | 511 | $122 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 406 | 204 | $10 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 402 | 194 | $8 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 333 | 211 | $8 | |
96413 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less | 326 | 58 | $121 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Greenville Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 742. This provider delivers 40× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$702
Transactions
48
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ucb, INC. | 3 | $208.96 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 18 | $208.34 | |
| Amgen INC. | 18 | $150.16 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 4 | $61.15 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 2 | $26.36 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 1 | $16.94 | |
| Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC | 1 | $15.04 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $14.67 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,537
Patients
1,245
Total drug cost
$1,203,988
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 1,305 | 380 | $11,076 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 756 | 181 | $21,182 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 617 | 173 | $30,436 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 286 | 94 | $3,219 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 247 | 74 | $3,791 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 226 | 72 | $5,422 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 212 | 53 | $3,330 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 149 | 37 | $5,323 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 137 | 19 | $1,106,372 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 113 | 37 | $769 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Watterson's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Watterson practices Rheumatology Physician in Greenville, NC.
Where does Dr. Michael Watterson practice?
Dr. Michael Watterson practices at 1850 W Arlington Blvd, Greenville, NC 278345704. Office phone: 2527526101.
What is Dr. Michael Watterson's NPI?
Dr. Michael Watterson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477548584, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Watterson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Watterson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Watterson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use (HCPCS J1602); Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) (HCPCS J0129); Injection, infliximab, excludes biosimilar, 10 mg (HCPCS J1745). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.