Saul Nurko, MD
NPI 1538259627 · Nephrology Physician · Cleveland, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Saul Nurko, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Cleveland, OH (NPI 1538259627).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538259627
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35067439N (OH)
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
681 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 133 | $112 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 122 | $90 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 101 | $130 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 78 | $92 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 48 | $16 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 35 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 306 | 75 |
| Prednisone | 275 | 82 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 122 | 40 |
| Carvedilol | 117 | 34 |
| Losartan Potassium | 74 | 24 |
| Furosemide | 66 | 20 |
| Cinacalcet Hcl | 53 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$11 across 4 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
- 2006-10-13
- Last updated
- 2008-02-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Saul Nurko's NPI number?
- Saul Nurko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538259627, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Saul Nurko's specialty?
- Saul Nurko is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Saul Nurko located?
- Saul Nurko's practice location on file with NPPES is 9500 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44195-0001.
- What is Saul Nurko's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Saul Nurko is (800) 223-2273.
- Does Saul Nurko accept Medicare?
- Saul Nurko is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Saul Nurko's NPI active?
- Yes — Saul Nurko's NPI (1538259627) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-02-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.