Oana Badescu, M.D.
NPI 1013289271 · Nephrology Physician · Hickory, NC
Oana Badescu, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Hickory, NC (NPI 1013289271).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1013289271
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2019-01539 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
444 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 187 | $331 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 60 | $74 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 42 | $162 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 41 | $85 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 39 | $274 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 31 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 87 | 21 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 80 | 18 |
| Calcitriol | 53 | 11 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 46 | 16 |
| Allopurinol | 45 | — |
| Torsemide | 40 | — |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 33 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$42 across 3 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 777 37th St Ste C107Vero Beach, FL 32960-7301Phone: (772) 562-3234Fax: (772) 562-3236
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-02-03
- Last updated
- 2019-08-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Oana Badescu's NPI number?
- Oana Badescu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013289271, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Oana Badescu's specialty?
- Oana Badescu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Oana Badescu located?
- Oana Badescu's practice location on file with NPPES is 1899 Tate Blvd Se Ste 2101, Hickory, NC 28602-4200.
- What is Oana Badescu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Oana Badescu is (828) 327-7788.
- Is Oana Badescu's NPI active?
- Yes — Oana Badescu's NPI (1013289271) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-08-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.