Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Samuel Shaikewitz, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Durham, NC
- NPI 1447276381
- Accepts Medicare
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
4419 Ben Franklin Blvd
Durham, NC 277042147
(919) 477-3005
fax (919) 477-5526
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 1, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #9801487
- Medicaid
- NC #7910478
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1447276381. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,532
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$204,748
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 312 | 69 | $320 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 299 | 122 | $75 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 169 | 31 | $55 | |
90937 |
Hemodialysis procedure requiring repeated evaluation | 145 | 65 | $97 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 131 | 85 | $91 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 84 | 48 | $114 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 69 | 62 | $8 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 50 | 46 | $124 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 45 | 27 | $267 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 43 | 42 | $163 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 18 peers in Durham Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 87. This provider delivers 18× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$785
Transactions
40
Manufacturers
13
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 14 | $226.16 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 4 | $82.61 | |
| Vifor Pharma, INC. | 3 | $66.41 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 3 | $65.08 | |
| Amgen INC. | 2 | $59.13 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 3 | $57.75 | |
| Travere Therapeutics, INC. | 3 | $50.92 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, INC. | 2 | $48.90 | |
| Fresenius USA Marketing, INC. | 2 | $47.48 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 1 | $25.73 | |
| Akebia Therapeutics INC | 1 | $21.33 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 1 | $17.45 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., INC. | 1 | $15.56 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
840
Patients
317
Total drug cost
$327,014
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | Generic | 103 | 46 | $1,016 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 79 | 28 | $933 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 76 | 27 | $1,304 |
| Velphoro (Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide) | Brand | 75 | 16 | $159,747 |
| Torsemide | Generic | 74 | 42 | $2,240 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 67 | 31 | $521 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 64 | 15 | $16,205 |
| Jardiance (Empagliflozin) | Brand | 63 | 22 | $71,142 |
| Auryxia (Ferric Citrate) | Brand | 48 | 11 | $71,899 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 38 | 14 | $453 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Samuel Shaikewitz's medical specialty?
Dr. Samuel Shaikewitz practices Nephrology Physician in Durham, NC.
Where does Dr. Samuel Shaikewitz practice?
Dr. Samuel Shaikewitz practices at 4419 Ben Franklin Blvd, Durham, NC 277042147. Office phone: 9194773005.
What is Dr. Samuel Shaikewitz's NPI?
Dr. Samuel Shaikewitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447276381, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Samuel Shaikewitz accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Samuel Shaikewitz accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Samuel Shaikewitz commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Chronic care management services (HCPCS 99490). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.