Nicholas Karamitsios, MD
NPI 1326049669 · Gastroenterology Physician · Salem, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Karamitsios, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Salem, MA (NPI 1326049669).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1326049669
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 81243 (MA)
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
826 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 | 205 | $242 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 105 | $98 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 61 | $125 |
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 61 | $5 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 43 | $171 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 191 | 190 |
| Omeprazole | 156 | 64 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 43 | 13 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 40 | 14 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 39 | 39 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 38 | — |
| Mesalamine | 30 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$242 across 2 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
- 2005-08-09
- Last updated
- 2009-04-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Karamitsios's NPI number?
- Nicholas Karamitsios's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326049669, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Karamitsios's specialty?
- Nicholas Karamitsios is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Karamitsios located?
- Nicholas Karamitsios's practice location on file with NPPES is 55 Highland Ave, Salem, MA 01970-2100.
- What is Nicholas Karamitsios's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Karamitsios is (978) 741-4171.
- Does Nicholas Karamitsios accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Karamitsios is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Karamitsios's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Karamitsios's NPI (1326049669) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-04-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.