Robert Knego, MD
NPI 1265512685 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Sarasota, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Knego, MD is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Sarasota, FL (NPI 1265512685).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265512685
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME57684 (FL)
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
19 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
1,045 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 221 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 137 | $87 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 125 | $162 |
| Fusion of Additional Segment of Spine22614 | 89 | $362 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 54 | $167 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, Each Additional Segment63048 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 98 | 55 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 94 | 72 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 93 | 52 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 55 | 33 |
| Pregabalin | 54 | 26 |
| Methylprednisolone | 42 | 38 |
| Tramadol Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,466 across 27 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
- 2006-10-17
- Last updated
- 2013-07-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Knego's NPI number?
- Robert Knego's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265512685, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Knego's specialty?
- Robert Knego is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Knego located?
- Robert Knego's practice location on file with NPPES is 5831 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota, FL 34233.
- What is Robert Knego's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Knego is (941) 308-5700.
- Does Robert Knego accept Medicare?
- Robert Knego is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Knego's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Knego's NPI (1265512685) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-07-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.