Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Charles Barrier, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Sylva, NC
- NPI 1558364729
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 93.0 / 100 · 2023
- 31 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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26 Westcare Dr, Suite 304
Sylva, NC 287795290
(828) 586-9200
fax (828) 586-9903 - Mailing address
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Po Box 111
Sylva, NC 287790111
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 22, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #24574
- Medicaid
- NC #8913531
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1558364729. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
495
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$70,140
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 153 | 148 | $69 | |
43249 |
Balloon dilation of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope, less than 3.0 cm | 96 | 83 | $121 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 89 | 88 | $186 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 85 | 85 | $173 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 72 | 71 | $233 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Sylva Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 74. This provider delivers 6.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$915
Transactions
45
Manufacturers
9
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 26 | $398.79 | |
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 7 | $161.74 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 1 | $127.00 | |
| Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, INC | 4 | $87.34 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $44.46 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 2 | $35.60 | |
| Alnylam Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $27.51 | |
| Olympus America INC. | 1 | $18.85 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $13.64 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
994
Patients
252
Total drug cost
$296,617
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 310 | 79 | $3,766 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 182 | 39 | $3,218 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 134 | 31 | $2,240 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 118 | 38 | $3,858 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 73 | 20 | $845 |
| Dexlansoprazole Dr (Dexlansoprazole) | Brand | 40 | 0 | $13,621 |
| Hydrocortisone | Generic | 19 | 16 | $389 |
| Sodium Chloride (0.9 % Sodium Chloride) | Brand | 18 | 0 | $306 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 16 | 0 | $256 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $167,863 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Charles Barrier's medical specialty?
Dr. Charles Barrier practices Gastroenterology Physician in Sylva, NC.
Where does Dr. Charles Barrier practice?
Dr. Charles Barrier practices at 26 Westcare Dr, Sylva, NC 287795290. Office phone: 8285869200.
What is Dr. Charles Barrier's NPI?
Dr. Charles Barrier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558364729, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Charles Barrier accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Charles Barrier accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Charles Barrier commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Balloon dilation of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope, less than 3.0 cm (HCPCS 43249); Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.