Nikhil Agarwal, M.D.
NPI 1487831145 · Gastroenterology Physician · San Francisco, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nikhil Agarwal, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in San Francisco, CA (NPI 1487831145).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487831145
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A102503 (CA)
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
18 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
650 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 | 108 | $215 |
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 85 | $6 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 82 | $269 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 71 | $116 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 65 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 146 | 143 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 65 | 13 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 65 | 24 |
| Prucalopride Succinatebrand: Motegrity | 63 | 12 |
| Omeprazole | 63 | 21 |
| Famotidine | 36 | 12 |
| Nortriptyline Hcl | 30 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$150 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
- 2008-01-24
- Last updated
- 2020-06-03
- Certified
- 2020-06-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nikhil Agarwal's NPI number?
- Nikhil Agarwal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487831145, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nikhil Agarwal's specialty?
- Nikhil Agarwal is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nikhil Agarwal located?
- Nikhil Agarwal's practice location on file with NPPES is 2340 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94115-1932.
- What is Nikhil Agarwal's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nikhil Agarwal is (415) 600-3458.
- Does Nikhil Agarwal accept Medicare?
- Nikhil Agarwal is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nikhil Agarwal's NPI active?
- Yes — Nikhil Agarwal's NPI (1487831145) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-06-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.