Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Douglas Nigbor, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Gastonia, NC
- NPI 1023058245
- Accepts Medicare
- 28 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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920 Cox RD Ste 201
Gastonia, NC 280543435
(704) 864-8302
fax (704) 864-0228 - Mailing address
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3158 Freedom Dr Ste 3102
Charlotte, NC 282080014
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 2, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #2004-00563
- Medicaid (2)
- NC #89-1366F · SC #N00564
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1023058245. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
12,399
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$300,720
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1756 |
Injection, iron sucrose, 1 mg | 5,800 | 18 | $0 | |
J0885 |
Injection, epoetin alfa, (for non-esrd use), 1000 units | 1,700 | 31 | $8 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 685 | 226 | $8 | |
80069 |
Kidney function blood test panel | 541 | 210 | $9 | |
83970 |
Parathormone (parathyroid hormone) level | 426 | 197 | $40 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 411 | 230 | $95 | |
85027 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test | 410 | 190 | $6 | |
82570 |
Creatinine level to test for kidney function or muscle injury | 356 | 195 | $5 | |
84156 |
Total protein level, urine | 352 | 191 | $4 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 331 | 58 | $343 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Gastonia Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 313. This provider delivers 40× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$84
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baxter Healthcare | 1 | $26.59 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $20.03 | |
| Akebia Therapeutics INC | 1 | $19.59 | |
| Calliditas Therapeutics US INC. | 1 | $17.89 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,863
Patients
457
Total drug cost
$36,599
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | Generic | 352 | 95 | $2,225 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 298 | 68 | $2,988 |
| Calcitriol | Generic | 285 | 67 | $5,047 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 251 | 69 | $1,890 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 120 | 25 | $742 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 85 | 24 | $1,472 |
| Spironolactone | Generic | 77 | 21 | $772 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 67 | 25 | $15,919 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 60 | 14 | $982 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 58 | 0 | $528 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Douglas Nigbor's medical specialty?
Dr. Douglas Nigbor practices Nephrology Physician in Gastonia, NC.
Where does Dr. Douglas Nigbor practice?
Dr. Douglas Nigbor practices at 920 Cox RD Ste 201, Gastonia, NC 280543435. Office phone: 7048648302.
What is Dr. Douglas Nigbor's NPI?
Dr. Douglas Nigbor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023058245, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Douglas Nigbor accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Douglas Nigbor accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Douglas Nigbor commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, iron sucrose, 1 mg (HCPCS J1756); Injection, epoetin alfa, (for non-esrd use), 1000 units (HCPCS J0885); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.