Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Yezina Nigatu, M.D
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Stony Brook, NY
- NPI 1760610554
- Accepts Medicare
- 25 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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Hsct T16 080
Stony Brook, NY 117948166
(631) 444-1617
fax (631) 444-6174 - Mailing address
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Po Box 1554
Stony Brook, NY 117900988
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 30, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #284378
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1760610554. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
252
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$47,078
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 226 | 103 | $207 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 26 | 16 | $8 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Stony Brook Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 207. This provider delivers 1.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
721
Patients
170
Total drug cost
$131,987
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 148 | 38 | $2,042 |
| Sps (Sodium Polystyrene Sulfon/Sorb) | Brand | 64 | 0 | $27,837 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 53 | 24 | $701 |
| Nifedipine ER (Nifedipine) | Brand | 45 | 17 | $4,029 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 44 | 12 | $311 |
| Cinacalcet Hcl | Generic | 44 | 13 | $36,563 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 42 | 14 | $691 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 41 | 13 | $980 |
| Atovaquone | Generic | 40 | 0 | $36,035 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 40 | 13 | $827 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Yezina Nigatu's medical specialty?
Dr. Yezina Nigatu practices Nephrology Physician in Stony Brook, NY.
Where does Dr. Yezina Nigatu practice?
Dr. Yezina Nigatu practices at Hsct T16 080, Stony Brook, NY 117948166. Office phone: 6314441617.
What is Dr. Yezina Nigatu's NPI?
Dr. Yezina Nigatu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1760610554, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Yezina Nigatu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Yezina Nigatu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Yezina Nigatu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.