Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Charles Friel, MD
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Charlottesville, VA
- NPI 1356410971
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.4 / 100 · 2023
- 33 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1215 Lee St Fl 1
Charlottesville, VA 229080816
(434) 243-9971
fax (434) 982-1024 - Mailing address
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Po Box 9007
Charlottesville, VA 229069007
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 20, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 1993 — 33 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Virginia #0101231279
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1356410971. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
233
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$18,547
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G0500 |
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito | 56 | 56 | $5 | |
45330 |
Diagnostic exam of lower portion of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 44 | 35 | $52 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 37 | 37 | $176 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 34 | 34 | $129 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 24 | 23 | $94 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 19 | 19 | $82 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 19 | 18 | $65 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in Charlottesville Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 32. This provider delivers 7.3× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
163
Patients
162
Total drug cost
$2,628
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 65 | 64 | $1,102 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | Generic | 28 | 28 | $22 |
| Metronidazole | Generic | 25 | 25 | $39 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 18 | 18 | $1,178 |
| Neomycin Sulfate | Generic | 14 | 14 | $83 |
| Peg-3350 and Electrolytes (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 13 | 13 | $204 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Charles Friel's medical specialty?
Dr. Charles Friel practices Surgery Physician in Charlottesville, VA.
Where does Dr. Charles Friel practice?
Dr. Charles Friel practices at 1215 Lee St Fl 1, Charlottesville, VA 229080816. Office phone: 4342439971.
What is Dr. Charles Friel's NPI?
Dr. Charles Friel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356410971, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Charles Friel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Charles Friel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Charles Friel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito (HCPCS G0500); Diagnostic exam of lower portion of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45330); Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45378). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.