Nikhil Balakrishnan, MD
NPI 1396993184 · Neurology Physician · Charlotte, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nikhil Balakrishnan, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Charlotte, NC (NPI 1396993184).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396993184
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2008-02056 (NC)
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
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
518 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 134 | $169 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 87 | $119 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 69 | $206 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 61 | $89 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 48 | $154 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 48 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Donepezil Hcl | 249 | 70 |
| Memantine Hcl | 201 | 48 |
| Gabapentin | 98 | 28 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 89 | 29 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | 88 | 24 |
| Propranolol Hclbrand: Propranolol Hcl Er | 88 | 24 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 75 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$712 across 30 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 315 Medical Park DrSte 202Concord, NC 28025-1902Phone: (704) 403-1911
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-09-04
- Last updated
- 2023-03-09
- Certified
- 2022-10-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nikhil Balakrishnan's NPI number?
- Nikhil Balakrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396993184, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nikhil Balakrishnan's specialty?
- Nikhil Balakrishnan is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nikhil Balakrishnan located?
- Nikhil Balakrishnan's practice location on file with NPPES is 101 E W T Harris Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28262-3485.
- What is Nikhil Balakrishnan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nikhil Balakrishnan is (704) 863-8700.
- Does Nikhil Balakrishnan accept Medicare?
- Nikhil Balakrishnan is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nikhil Balakrishnan's NPI active?
- Yes — Nikhil Balakrishnan's NPI (1396993184) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.