Nicholas Karanikolas, M.D.
NPI 1457417297 · Urology Physician · Staten Island, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Karanikolas, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Staten Island, NY (NPI 1457417297).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457417297
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 231957 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,080 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 501 | $148 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 142 | $14 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 101 | $283 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 96 | $194 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 81 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 371 | 135 |
| Finasteride | 243 | 83 |
| Cefuroxime Axetilbrand: Cefuroxime | 62 | 48 |
| Tolterodine Tartratebrand: Tolterodine Tartrate Er | 49 | 18 |
| Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dipbrand: Clotrimazole-Betamethasone | 42 | 17 |
| Dutasteride | 33 | 12 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 800 Poly PlBrooklynBrooklyn, NY 11209-7104Phone: (718) 836-6600
- 900 South AveStaten Island, NY 10314-3418Phone: (718) 226-6461
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-12-28
- Last updated
- 2019-11-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Karanikolas's NPI number?
- Nicholas Karanikolas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457417297, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Karanikolas's specialty?
- Nicholas Karanikolas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Karanikolas located?
- Nicholas Karanikolas's practice location on file with NPPES is 900 South Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314-3418.
- What is Nicholas Karanikolas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Karanikolas is (718) 226-6461.
- Does Nicholas Karanikolas accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Karanikolas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Karanikolas's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Karanikolas's NPI (1457417297) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-11-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.