Nicole Pristera, M.D.
NPI 1033572664 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Raleigh, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicole Pristera, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Raleigh, NC (NPI 1033572664).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1033572664
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2023-01765 (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
10 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
1,410 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 378 | $7 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 128 | $11 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 115 | $119 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 99 | $15 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 91 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 97 | 36 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 74 | 19 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 71 | 28 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 68 | 27 |
| Spironolactone | 40 | — |
| Furosemide | 36 | 16 |
| Nitroglycerin | 29 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$334 across 6 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)
- 2301 Erwin RoadDurham, NC 27710-4699Phone: (919) 684-8111
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-03-31
- Last updated
- 2023-07-26
- Certified
- 2023-07-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicole Pristera's NPI number?
- Nicole Pristera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033572664, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicole Pristera's specialty?
- Nicole Pristera is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicole Pristera located?
- Nicole Pristera's practice location on file with NPPES is 3400 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609-7317.
- What is Nicole Pristera's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicole Pristera is (919) 954-3000.
- Does Nicole Pristera accept Medicare?
- Nicole Pristera is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicole Pristera's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicole Pristera's NPI (1033572664) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-07-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.