Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Craig Nairn, M.D.
Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (CMS: Interventional Pain Management) · Albuquerque, NM
- NPI 1669495834
- MIPS 93.3 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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8080 Academy RD Ne, Suite A
Albuquerque, NM 871111159
(505) 247-9700
fax (505) 247-4333
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 30, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208VP0014X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New Mexico #98348
- Medicaid
- NM #Q7223
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1669495834. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,953
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$123,449
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 660 | 105 | $82 | |
Q9965 |
Low osmolar contrast material, 100-199 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml | 415 | 64 | $1 | |
J1040 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg | 221 | 82 | $11 | |
80305 |
Testing for presence of drug, read by direct observation | 142 | 73 | $12 | |
20553 |
Injection of trigger points, 3 or more muscles | 95 | 25 | $56 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 87 | 38 | $228 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 48 | 32 | $64 | |
20552 |
Injection of trigger points, 1-2 muscles | 38 | 22 | $47 | |
20611 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance | 35 | 16 | $113 | |
62321 |
Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance | 31 | 12 | $232 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Albuquerque Interventional Pain Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 423. This provider delivers 4.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$951
Transactions
34
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nevro Corp. | 30 | $835.21 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 3 | $97.11 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $18.45 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,179
Patients
323
Total drug cost
$67,458
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 563 | 65 | $13,396 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 237 | 37 | $6,314 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 230 | 45 | $4,631 |
| Morphine Sulfate ER (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 219 | 23 | $4,095 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 123 | 16 | $3,979 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 117 | 19 | $932 |
| Buprenorphine Hcl | Generic | 113 | 16 | $5,614 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 105 | 19 | $10,412 |
| Morphine Sulfate | Generic | 88 | 13 | $3,251 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | Generic | 83 | 12 | $1,805 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Craig Nairn's medical specialty?
Dr. Craig Nairn practices Interventional Pain Medicine Physician in Albuquerque, NM.
Where does Dr. Craig Nairn practice?
Dr. Craig Nairn practices at 8080 Academy RD Ne, Albuquerque, NM 871111159. Office phone: 5052479700.
What is Dr. Craig Nairn's NPI?
Dr. Craig Nairn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669495834, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Craig Nairn accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Craig Nairn does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Craig Nairn commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Low osmolar contrast material, 100-199 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml (HCPCS Q9965); Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg (HCPCS J1040). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.