DR. MENELAOS KARANIKOLAS MD
NPI 1316963549
Anesthesiology in Saint Louis, MO

Active since July 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
79.29/100
CMS Quality Rating
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, DEPT ANESTHESIOLOGY, SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110(800) 862-9980(314) 362-1185 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 17, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 25, 2024, Apr 10, 2024, Nov 15, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Menelaos Karanikolas Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. MENELAOS KARANIKOLAS MD (NPI 1316963549) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Saint Louis, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (103037) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Alton Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316963549
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MENELAOS KARANIKOLASCredential: MD
Location Address1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, DEPT ANESTHESIOLOGYSaint Louis, MO 63110-1003
Mailing AddressPo Box 7412011Chicago, IL 60674-2011 · (800) 862-9980 · Fax (314) 362-1185
Fax(314) 362-1185
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateJuly 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 17, 20255 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1316963549 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License Licensed in MO · 103037
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, Saint Louis, MO 63110

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid206657900MO

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Menelaos Karanikolas Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID1557555240
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101026001474
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670
Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.
63 services61 patients
Anesthesia for electroshock therapy 00104
Anesthesia for electroshock therapy involves administering medications to put you into a deep sleep. This ensures you won't feel pain or remember the procedure. It's essential for your comfort and safety during the therapy.
29 services21 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
26 services26 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on upper 2/3rd of thigh bone 01230
Anesthesia for a procedure on the upper 2/3rd of the thigh bone involves administering medication to numb the area or make you unconscious, ensuring you don't feel pain during the operation. It's a safe and routine part of surgical procedures.
23 services23 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
21 services21 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790
Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.
20 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Alton Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Alton, IL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140002
LocationOne Memorial DriveAlton, IL 62002 · Madison County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Belleville, IL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140185
Location4500 Memorial DriveBelleville, IL 62226 · St. Clair County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Barnes Jewish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Louis, MO
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number260032
LocationOne Barnes-Jewish Hospital PlazaSaint Louis, MO 63110 · St. Louis City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Louis, MO
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number260105
Location3635 Vista AveSaint Louis, MO 63110 · St. Louis City County
Emergency services

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

79.29/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality71.46
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost59.51

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Hospitalist
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, DIV IM HOSPITALIST
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, DEPT ANESTHESIOLOGY
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Hospitalist
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, DIV IM HOSPITALIST
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Hospitalist
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, DIV IM HOSPITALIST
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Hospitalist
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, DIV IM HOSPITALIST
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Surgery
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, DIV SURG VASCULAR
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, DEPT ANESTHESIOLOGY
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Menelaos Karanikolas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Menelaos Karanikolas is 1316963549. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 14, 2006.

Where is Menelaos Karanikolas located?

Menelaos Karanikolas practices at 1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz Dept Anesthesiology, Saint Louis, MO 63110. The listed phone number is (800) 862-9980.

What is Menelaos Karanikolas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Menelaos Karanikolas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Menelaos Karanikolas is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Menelaos Karanikolas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Menelaos Karanikolas is affiliated with Alton Memorial Hospital, Memorial Hospital, Barnes Jewish Hospital and Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Menelaos Karanikolas was last updated on April 17, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.