Nicholas Costa, MD
NPI 1629368931 · Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Physician · Winston Salem, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiac Electrophysiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Costa, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Physician provider in Winston Salem, NC (NPI 1629368931).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629368931
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D0079810 (MD)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,066 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 349 | $8 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 251 | $8 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System, Remote Up to 90 Days93294 | 232 | $27 |
| Evaluation of Cardiac Rhythm Monitor System, Remote Up to 30 Days93298 | 200 | $23 |
| 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 | 163 | $15 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 525 | 121 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 411 | 141 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 80 | 24 |
| Amiodarone Hcl | 75 | 28 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 72 | 29 |
| Diltiazem Hclbrand: Diltiazem 24hr Er (cd) | 70 | 25 |
| Flecainide Acetate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,491 across 52 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 (2)
- 419 W Redwood StBaltimore, MD 21201-1734Phone: (410) 328-7877
- 419 W Redwood StBaltimore, MD 21201-1734Phone: (410) 328-7877
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-04-08
- Last updated
- 2020-10-26
- Certified
- 2020-09-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Costa's NPI number?
- Nicholas Costa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629368931, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Costa's specialty?
- Nicholas Costa is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Costa located?
- Nicholas Costa's practice location on file with NPPES is 186 Kimel Park Dr, Winston Salem, NC 27103.
- What is Nicholas Costa's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Costa is (336) 277-2000.
- Does Nicholas Costa accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Costa is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Costa's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Costa's NPI (1629368931) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.