Kristoph Giricz, M.D.
NPI 1164486932 · Nephrology Physician · Hammond, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kristoph Giricz, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Hammond, IN (NPI 1164486932).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164486932
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01059392A (IN)
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
3,350 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 1,249 | $111 |
| 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 | 424 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 417 | $101 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 290 | $75 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 212 | $164 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lisinopril | 150 | 51 |
| Furosemide | 125 | 44 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 116 | 38 |
| Losartan Potassium | 115 | 42 |
| Calcitriol | 102 | 36 |
| Carvedilol | 97 | 37 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 95 | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$413 across 18 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
- 2006-04-17
- Last updated
- 2012-09-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kristoph Giricz's NPI number?
- Kristoph Giricz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164486932, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kristoph Giricz's specialty?
- Kristoph Giricz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kristoph Giricz located?
- Kristoph Giricz's practice location on file with NPPES is 222 Douglas St, Hammond, IN 46320-1960.
- What is Kristoph Giricz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kristoph Giricz is (219) 931-5227.
- Does Kristoph Giricz accept Medicare?
- Kristoph Giricz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kristoph Giricz's NPI active?
- Yes — Kristoph Giricz's NPI (1164486932) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-09-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.