Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nithin Karakala, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Internal Medicine Physician · Little Rock, AR
- NPI 1639356827
- Accepts Medicare
- 22 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4301 W Markham St # 501
Little Rock, AR 722057101
(501) 686-7150
fax (501) 661-7936 - Mailing address
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4301 W Markham St # 783
Little Rock, AR 722057101
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 13, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Arkansas #E-9397 · Maryland #P22570
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1639356827. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
663
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$84,731
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 133 | 43 | $66 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 80 | 16 | $324 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 80 | 57 | $61 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 74 | 30 | $73 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 68 | 20 | $254 | |
90945 |
Dialysis procedure including 1 evaluation | 56 | 20 | $78 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 41 | 21 | $110 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 39 | 33 | $90 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 33 | 31 | $116 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 22 | 22 | $112 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Little Rock Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 146. This provider delivers 4.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$126
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vifor Pharma, INC. | 1 | $100.92 | |
| Travere Therapeutics, INC. | 6 | $25.47 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
328
Patients
51
Total drug cost
$8,788
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torsemide | Generic | 50 | 15 | $1,430 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 36 | 11 | $603 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 34 | 13 | $521 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 33 | 0 | $554 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 32 | 12 | $276 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | Generic | 31 | 0 | $391 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 24 | 0 | $710 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 22 | 0 | $178 |
| Bumetanide | Generic | 16 | 0 | $2,611 |
| Glipizide ER (Glipizide) | Brand | 15 | 0 | $88 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nithin Karakala's medical specialty?
Dr. Nithin Karakala practices Nephrology Physician in Little Rock, AR.
Where does Dr. Nithin Karakala practice?
Dr. Nithin Karakala practices at 4301 W Markham St # 501, Little Rock, AR 722057101. Office phone: 5016867150.
What is Dr. Nithin Karakala's NPI?
Dr. Nithin Karakala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639356827, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nithin Karakala accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nithin Karakala accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nithin Karakala commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation (HCPCS 90935); Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.