Nikhiel Rau, M.D.
NPI 1326319278 · Gastroenterology Physician · Statesville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nikhiel Rau, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Statesville, NC (NPI 1326319278).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1326319278
- 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
14 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
894 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 151 | $90 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 124 | $235 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 103 | $119 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 69 | $33 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 58 | $168 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | 247 | 95 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 198 | 194 |
| Omeprazole | 186 | 83 |
| Sucralfate | 104 | 58 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 97 | 34 |
| Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Acbrand: Clenpiq | 75 | 74 |
| Rifaximinbrand: Xifaxan | 24 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$307 across 15 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
- 2012-01-24
- Last updated
- 2022-03-30
- Certified
- 2022-03-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nikhiel Rau's NPI number?
- Nikhiel Rau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326319278, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nikhiel Rau's specialty?
- Nikhiel Rau is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nikhiel Rau located?
- Nikhiel Rau's practice location on file with NPPES is 555 Kitchings Dr, Statesville, NC 28677-3576.
- What is Nikhiel Rau's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nikhiel Rau is (704) 978-1144.
- Does Nikhiel Rau accept Medicare?
- Nikhiel Rau is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nikhiel Rau's NPI active?
- Yes — Nikhiel Rau's NPI (1326319278) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-03-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.