Nithin Karakala, MD
NPI 1639356827 · Nephrology Physician · Little Rock, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nithin Karakala, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Little Rock, AR (NPI 1639356827).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639356827
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- P22570 (MD)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
634 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 95 | $64 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 79 | $72 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 74 | $319 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 73 | $60 |
| 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 | 69 | $15 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Torsemide | 48 | 13 |
| Losartan Potassium | 38 | — |
| Lisinopril | 33 | — |
| Furosemide | 30 | 15 |
| Allopurinol | 26 | — |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 26 | — |
| Potassium Chloride | 23 | — |
| Calcitriol | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$126 across 7 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
- 2008-01-30
- Last updated
- 2019-09-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nithin Karakala's NPI number?
- Nithin Karakala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639356827, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nithin Karakala's specialty?
- Nithin Karakala is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nithin Karakala located?
- Nithin Karakala's practice location on file with NPPES is 4301 W Markham St # 501, Little Rock, AR 72205-7101.
- What is Nithin Karakala's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nithin Karakala is (501) 686-7150.
- Does Nithin Karakala accept Medicare?
- Nithin Karakala is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nithin Karakala's NPI active?
- Yes — Nithin Karakala's NPI (1639356827) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-09-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.