Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan, MD
Neurology Physician (CMS: Neurology) · Neuromuscular Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology) Physician · Charlotte, NC
- NPI 1396993184
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 88.8 / 100 · 2023
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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101 E W T Harris Blvd, Ste 5202
Charlotte, NC 282623485
(704) 863-8700 - Additional location
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315 Medical Park Dr, Ste 202
Concord, NC 280251902
(704) 403-1911 - Mailing address
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Po Box 19305
Charlotte, NC 282199305
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 9, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084N0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #2008-02056
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1396993184. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
402
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$54,260
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 74 | 60 | $119 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 61 | 44 | $170 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 56 | 56 | $158 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 48 | 48 | $205 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 39 | 23 | $77 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 30 | 30 | $169 | |
95886 |
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study | 27 | 21 | $94 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 21 | 14 | $116 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 16 | 15 | $8 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 16 | 16 | $126 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 36 peers in Charlotte Neurology Physician, average services per provider: 360. This provider delivers 1.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$712
Transactions
29
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supernus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $116.51 | |
| Mdd US Operations, LLC | 4 | $88.19 | |
| Eisai INC. | 2 | $86.02 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 4 | $70.16 | |
| Argenx US, INC. | 3 | $69.32 | |
| Biogen, INC. | 3 | $53.23 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 2 | $37.11 | |
| Csl Behring | 2 | $36.36 | |
| Aucta Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $31.88 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 1 | $22.73 | |
| Scilex Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $19.82 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 1 | $17.02 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 1 | $16.63 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 1 | $16.17 | |
| Neurelis, INC. | 1 | $15.58 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
595
Patients
190
Total drug cost
$25,039
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | Generic | 85 | 26 | $2,088 |
| Donepezil Hcl | Generic | 66 | 27 | $620 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 55 | 14 | $666 |
| Levetiracetam | Generic | 54 | 18 | $1,271 |
| Carbidopa-Levodopa (Carbidopa/Levodopa) | Brand | 47 | 12 | $988 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 37 | 21 | $399 |
| Divalproex Sodium ER (Divalproex Sodium) | Brand | 35 | 20 | $1,425 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 34 | 13 | $289 |
| Zonisamide | Generic | 32 | 12 | $680 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 29 | 15 | $224 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan's medical specialty?
Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan practices Neurology Physician in Charlotte, NC.
Where does Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan practice?
Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan practices at 101 E W T Harris Blvd, Charlotte, NC 282623485. Office phone: 7048638700.
What is Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan's NPI?
Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396993184, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.