Costas Kefalas, M.D.
NPI 1073504056 · Gastroenterology Physician · Akron, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Costas Kefalas, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Akron, OH (NPI 1073504056).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1073504056
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35075208K (OH)
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
501 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 136 | $238 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 67 | $120 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 65 | $94 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45378 | 52 | $152 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Organ Tissue for Measuring Elasticity76981 | 49 | $95 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 271 | 100 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 222 | 204 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 92 | 88 |
| Omeprazole | 90 | 31 |
| Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulfbrand: Sutab | 87 | 84 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 69 | 16 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 50 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$525 across 7 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-10-31
- Last updated
- 2010-08-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Costas Kefalas's NPI number?
- Costas Kefalas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073504056, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Costas Kefalas's specialty?
- Costas Kefalas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Costas Kefalas located?
- Costas Kefalas's practice location on file with NPPES is 570 White Pond Dr, Akron, OH 44320-4205.
- What is Costas Kefalas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Costas Kefalas is (330) 869-0124.
- Does Costas Kefalas accept Medicare?
- Costas Kefalas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Costas Kefalas's NPI active?
- Yes — Costas Kefalas's NPI (1073504056) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-08-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.