Kristin Kandiel, PA
NPI 1871501460 · Surgical Physician Assistant · Albany, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kristin Kandiel, PA is a Surgical Physician Assistant provider in Albany, NY (NPI 1871501460).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871501460
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgical Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 011341 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
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
563 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 95 | $11 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 95 | $72 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 84 | $10 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 82 | $99 |
| Insertion of Cage Or Mesh Device to Spine Bone and Disc Space During Spine Fusion22853 | 38 | $32 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 4-5 Views72050 | 36 | $11 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 113 | 71 |
| Methylprednisolone | 64 | 61 |
| Gabapentin | 28 | 18 |
| Alprazolam | 25 | 25 |
| Celecoxib | 22 | 20 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 18 | 16 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 17 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$185 across 10 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
- 2006-08-03
- Last updated
- 2025-07-17
- Certified
- 2025-07-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kristin Kandiel's NPI number?
- Kristin Kandiel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871501460, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kristin Kandiel's specialty?
- Kristin Kandiel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgical Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Kristin Kandiel located?
- Kristin Kandiel's practice location on file with NPPES is 121 Everett Rd, Albany, NY 12205-1474.
- What is Kristin Kandiel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kristin Kandiel is (518) 489-2663.
- Does Kristin Kandiel accept Medicare?
- Kristin Kandiel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kristin Kandiel's NPI active?
- Yes — Kristin Kandiel's NPI (1871501460) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.