Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nickos Hatzis, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Baton Rouge, LA
- NPI 1598723298
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 62.1 / 100 · 2023
- 35 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
8080 Bluebonnet Blvd, Suite 1000
Baton Rouge, LA 708107827
(225) 924-2424
fax (225) 408-7984
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 20, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #09248R
- Medicaid
- LA #1980501
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1598723298. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,546
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$203,730
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 509 | 246 | $31 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 496 | 275 | $84 | |
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 138 | 93 | $6 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 117 | 93 | $64 | |
23472 |
Prosthetic repair of shoulder joint, total shoulder | 55 | 54 | $1,391 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 55 | 54 | $119 | |
23430 |
Anchoring of biceps tendon | 51 | 50 | $357 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 35 | 35 | $150 | |
73221 |
Mri scan of arm joint without contrast | 30 | 26 | $128 | |
29827 |
Repair of shoulder rotator cuff using an endoscope | 21 | 21 | $994 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 17 peers in Baton Rouge Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 108. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$125
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Device Business Services, INC. | 2 | $45.77 | |
| Innovation Technologies INC | 1 | $29.13 | |
| Davol INC. | 1 | $18.27 | |
| Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 1 | $17.22 | |
| Bioventus LLC | 1 | $14.92 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,049
Patients
529
Total drug cost
$6,925
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 301 | 171 | $2,688 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 255 | 140 | $1,081 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 205 | 98 | $1,180 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 98 | 63 | $287 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 37 | 21 | $640 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 34 | 0 | $95 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 28 | 25 | $223 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 15 | 0 | $377 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 15 | 0 | $149 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | Generic | 14 | 0 | $36 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nickos Hatzis's medical specialty?
Dr. Nickos Hatzis practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Baton Rouge, LA.
Where does Dr. Nickos Hatzis practice?
Dr. Nickos Hatzis practices at 8080 Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 708107827. Office phone: 2259242424.
What is Dr. Nickos Hatzis's NPI?
Dr. Nickos Hatzis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598723298, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nickos Hatzis accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nickos Hatzis accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nickos Hatzis commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views (HCPCS 73030); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg (HCPCS J0702). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.