Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Alexander Pontikos, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Akron, OH
- NPI 1235523168
- Accepts Medicare
- 11 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
570 White Pond Dr Ste 200
Akron, OH 443204208
(330) 869-0954
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 16, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Ohio #35.142428
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1235523168. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
546
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$78,747
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 136 | 136 | $242 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 81 | 68 | $121 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 70 | 70 | $97 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 49 | 45 | $84 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 46 | 45 | $122 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 32 | 32 | $159 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 32 | 30 | $74 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 27 | 27 | $107 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 22 | 22 | $176 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 21 | 21 | $65 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in Akron Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 48. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,047
Transactions
50
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 12 | $181.40 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 7 | $179.78 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 4 | $98.59 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 4 | $87.18 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 3 | $58.12 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 3 | $57.44 | |
| Qol Medical, LLC | 3 | $56.08 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 3 | $47.37 | |
| Intercept Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $43.44 | |
| Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, INC | 2 | $41.39 | |
| Daiichi Sankyo INC. | 2 | $40.08 | |
| Sandoz INC. | 2 | $28.11 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 1 | $24.55 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 1 | $20.87 | |
| Organon LLC | 1 | $19.80 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
207
Patients
104
Total drug cost
$9,834
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 60 | 33 | $864 |
| Sutab (Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulf) | Brand | 35 | 34 | $5,777 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 30 | 17 | $793 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 21 | 0 | $241 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 21 | 20 | $60 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 15 | 0 | $567 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 13 | 0 | $158 |
| Cholestyramine (Cholestyramine (With Sugar)) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $1,375 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Alexander Pontikos's medical specialty?
Dr. Alexander Pontikos practices Gastroenterology Physician in Akron, OH.
Where does Dr. Alexander Pontikos practice?
Dr. Alexander Pontikos practices at 570 White Pond Dr Ste 200, Akron, OH 443204208. Office phone: 3308690954.
What is Dr. Alexander Pontikos's NPI?
Dr. Alexander Pontikos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235523168, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Alexander Pontikos accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Alexander Pontikos accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Alexander Pontikos commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.