Alexander Nicolaides, M.D.
NPI 1023104023 · Procedural Dermatology Physician · Astoria, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alexander Nicolaides, M.D. is a Procedural Dermatology Physician provider in Astoria, NY (NPI 1023104023).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1023104023
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Procedural Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 212075 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
3,365 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 710 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 675 | $102 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 294 | $103 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 15 Or More Growths17004 | 246 | $192 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 219 | $62 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 370 | 264 |
| Ketoconazole | 295 | 181 |
| Mupirocin | 203 | 174 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 190 | 125 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 127 | 106 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 100 | 77 |
| Ammonium Lactate | 82 | 59 |
| Nystatin | 71 | 44 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-05
- Last updated
- 2008-01-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alexander Nicolaides's NPI number?
- Alexander Nicolaides's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023104023, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alexander Nicolaides's specialty?
- Alexander Nicolaides is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Procedural Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alexander Nicolaides located?
- Alexander Nicolaides's practice location on file with NPPES is 2318 31st St, Astoria, NY 11105-2892.
- What is Alexander Nicolaides's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alexander Nicolaides is (718) 728-9822.
- Does Alexander Nicolaides accept Medicare?
- Alexander Nicolaides is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alexander Nicolaides's NPI active?
- Yes — Alexander Nicolaides's NPI (1023104023) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-01-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.