Nikesh Batra, MD
NPI 1285689224 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Gahanna, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nikesh Batra, MD is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Gahanna, OH (NPI 1285689224).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1285689224
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 35081178 (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
1,479 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 906 | $84 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, Read By Direct Observation80305 | 180 | $12 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 163 | $113 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 29 | $66 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64493 | 27 | $236 |
| Destruction of Lower Or Sacral Spinal Facet Joint Nerves Using Imaging Guidance, Single Facet Joint64635 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 643 | 217 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 361 | 127 |
| Gabapentin | 267 | 92 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 190 | 60 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 143 | 52 |
| Pregabalin | 132 | 50 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$19 across 1 record (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
- 2006-05-24
- Last updated
- 2019-07-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nikesh Batra's NPI number?
- Nikesh Batra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285689224, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nikesh Batra's specialty?
- Nikesh Batra is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nikesh Batra located?
- Nikesh Batra's practice location on file with NPPES is 1090 Beecher Xing N Ste a, Gahanna, OH 43230-4566.
- What is Nikesh Batra's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nikesh Batra is (614) 392-5336.
- Does Nikesh Batra accept Medicare?
- Nikesh Batra is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nikesh Batra's NPI active?
- Yes — Nikesh Batra's NPI (1285689224) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-07-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.