Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Elene Papakostas
Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist (CMS: Podiatry) · Sanford, NC
- NPI 1659661403
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 96.0 / 100 · 2023
- 15 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
821 S Horner Blvd
Sanford, NC 273305359
(919) 292-1610
fax (919) 292-1613
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 5, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 213ES0103X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #621
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1659661403. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,069
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$76,320
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11721 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails | 342 | 155 | $43 | |
11042 |
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | 128 | 32 | $115 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 124 | 97 | $122 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 106 | 77 | $86 | |
G0127 |
Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number | 73 | 38 | $20 | |
73630 |
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views | 57 | 47 | $31 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 54 | 54 | $158 | |
11055 |
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 1 growth | 44 | 27 | $68 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 37 | 23 | $8 | |
11720 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 1-5 nails | 24 | 15 | $31 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Sanford Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist, average services per provider: 76. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$462
Transactions
9
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bioventus LLC | 4 | $192.65 | |
| Next Science LLC | 1 | $137.61 | |
| Treace Medical Concepts, INC. | 1 | $85.63 | |
| Organogenesis INC. | 2 | $29.15 | |
| Solventum Corporation | 1 | $17.24 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
147
Patients
61
Total drug cost
$2,967
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ciclopirox | Generic | 49 | 14 | $1,832 |
| Terbinafine Hcl | Generic | 32 | 22 | $446 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 24 | 0 | $267 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 17 | 14 | $254 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 13 | 11 | $103 |
| Clotrimazole | Generic | 12 | 0 | $65 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Elene Papakostas's medical specialty?
Dr. Elene Papakostas practices Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist in Sanford, NC.
Where does Dr. Elene Papakostas practice?
Dr. Elene Papakostas practices at 821 S Horner Blvd, Sanford, NC 273305359. Office phone: 9192921610.
What is Dr. Elene Papakostas's NPI?
Dr. Elene Papakostas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659661403, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Elene Papakostas accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Elene Papakostas accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Elene Papakostas commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails (HCPCS 11721); Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less (HCPCS 11042); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.