Alexander Pontikos, M.D.
NPI 1235523168 · Gastroenterology Physician · Akron, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alexander Pontikos, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Akron, OH (NPI 1235523168).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235523168
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
412 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 | 109 | $236 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 73 | $99 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 64 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 40 | $121 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 24 | $123 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 149 | 55 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 77 | 25 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 40 | 17 |
| Sucralfate | 30 | 11 |
| Lactulose | 17 | — |
| Mesalamine | 17 | — |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 16 | 16 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,047 across 54 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
- 2015-03-28
- Last updated
- 2021-07-16
- Certified
- 2021-07-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alexander Pontikos's NPI number?
- Alexander Pontikos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235523168, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alexander Pontikos's specialty?
- Alexander Pontikos is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alexander Pontikos located?
- Alexander Pontikos's practice location on file with NPPES is 570 White Pond Dr Ste 200, Akron, OH 44320-4208.
- What is Alexander Pontikos's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alexander Pontikos is (330) 869-0954.
- Does Alexander Pontikos accept Medicare?
- Alexander Pontikos is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alexander Pontikos's NPI active?
- Yes — Alexander Pontikos's NPI (1235523168) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-07-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.