Craig Hurwitz, M.D.
NPI 1396758520 · Nephrology Physician · Plattsburgh, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Craig Hurwitz, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Plattsburgh, NY (NPI 1396758520).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396758520
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 225786 (NY)
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
2,642 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 733 | $335 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 536 | $132 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 341 | $94 |
| Remote Monitoring of Physiologic Parameters, Initial Supply of Devices With Daily Recordings Or Programmed Alerts Transmission, Each 30 Days99454 | 187 | $44 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, First 20 Minutes99457 | 164 | $47 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 37 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 100 | 34 |
| Torsemide | 61 | 26 |
| Furosemide | 54 | 26 |
| 0.9 % Sodium Chloridebrand: Sodium Chloride | 52 | — |
| Parenteral Amino Acid 20% No.1brand: Prosol | 45 | — |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 38 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$832 across 36 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
- 2006-08-15
- Last updated
- 2017-01-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Craig Hurwitz's NPI number?
- Craig Hurwitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396758520, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Craig Hurwitz's specialty?
- Craig Hurwitz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Craig Hurwitz located?
- Craig Hurwitz's practice location on file with NPPES is 52 Tom Miller Rd, Plattsburgh, NY 12901-1252.
- What is Craig Hurwitz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Craig Hurwitz is (518) 324-4000.
- Does Craig Hurwitz accept Medicare?
- Craig Hurwitz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Craig Hurwitz's NPI active?
- Yes — Craig Hurwitz's NPI (1396758520) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-01-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.