Nicholas Defilippis, M.D.
NPI 1518962257 · Internal Medicine Physician · Union, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Defilippis, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Union, NJ (NPI 1518962257).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518962257
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- License
- MA48432 (NJ)
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
21 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
16,402 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 1,115 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Basic Group of Blood Chemicals (calcium, Total)80048 | 1,104 | $8 |
| Liver Function Blood Test Panel80076 | 1,082 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 1,035 | $13 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 1,032 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 826 | $100 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 106 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 771 | 218 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 407 | 118 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 340 | 89 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 276 | 84 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 275 | 83 |
| Simvastatin | 252 | 69 |
| Metformin Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,322 across 75 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
- 2005-06-17
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Defilippis's NPI number?
- Nicholas Defilippis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518962257, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Defilippis's specialty?
- Nicholas Defilippis is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Defilippis located?
- Nicholas Defilippis's practice location on file with NPPES is 2027 Morris Ave, Union, NJ 07083-6013.
- What is Nicholas Defilippis's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Defilippis is (908) 688-2480.
- Does Nicholas Defilippis accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Defilippis is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Defilippis's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Defilippis's NPI (1518962257) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.