Nagaraj Kikkeri, M.D.
NPI 1396745311 · Interventional Pain Medicine Physician · Mesquite, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nagaraj Kikkeri, M.D. is a Interventional Pain Medicine Physician provider in Mesquite, TX (NPI 1396745311).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396745311
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Pain Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- K9584 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
938 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 | 172 | $119 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 116 | $95 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64493 | 83 | $130 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Or Steroid Into Joint Between Lower Spine and Hip Bone Using Imaging Guidance27096 | 82 | $116 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Second Level64494 | 82 | $73 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 1,155 | 322 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 157 | 42 |
| Gabapentin | 135 | 95 |
| Baclofen | 93 | 73 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 70 | 16 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 60 | 36 |
| Meloxicam | 36 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$187 across 6 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
- 2005-08-01
- Last updated
- 2016-10-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nagaraj Kikkeri's NPI number?
- Nagaraj Kikkeri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396745311, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nagaraj Kikkeri's specialty?
- Nagaraj Kikkeri is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nagaraj Kikkeri located?
- Nagaraj Kikkeri's practice location on file with NPPES is 3865 Childress Ave, Mesquite, TX 75150-2802.
- What is Nagaraj Kikkeri's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nagaraj Kikkeri is (972) 681-7246.
- Does Nagaraj Kikkeri accept Medicare?
- Nagaraj Kikkeri is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nagaraj Kikkeri's NPI active?
- Yes — Nagaraj Kikkeri's NPI (1396745311) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-10-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.