Ismo Kaariainen, MD
NPI 1083615058 · Nephrology Physician · Boone, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ismo Kaariainen, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Boone, NC (NPI 1083615058).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1083615058
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 200101075 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
508 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 | 175 | $325 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 104 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 98 | $115 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 39 | $74 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 37 | $272 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 16 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 187 | 68 |
| Losartan Potassium | 90 | 38 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 70 | 27 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 59 | 20 |
| Furosemide | 43 | 19 |
| Labetalol Hcl | 30 | 11 |
| Sucroferric Oxyhydroxidebrand: Velphoro | 28 | — |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$116 across 5 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)
- 504 Mulberry St Sw Ste DLenoir, NC 28645-5762Phone: (828) 263-8707Fax: (828) 263-8710
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-02
- Last updated
- 2023-05-03
- Certified
- 2023-05-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ismo Kaariainen's NPI number?
- Ismo Kaariainen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1083615058, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ismo Kaariainen's specialty?
- Ismo Kaariainen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ismo Kaariainen located?
- Ismo Kaariainen's practice location on file with NPPES is 400 Shadowline Dr Ste 203, Boone, NC 28607-5022.
- What is Ismo Kaariainen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ismo Kaariainen is (828) 263-8707.
- Does Ismo Kaariainen accept Medicare?
- Ismo Kaariainen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ismo Kaariainen's NPI active?
- Yes — Ismo Kaariainen's NPI (1083615058) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-05-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.