MICHAEL BERKOBEN M.D.
NPI 1821171067
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Durham, NC

Active since October 23, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
DUKE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CTR, DURHAM, NC 27710(919) 620-4467 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 15, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Michael Berkoben M.d. NPPES

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

MICHAEL BERKOBEN M.D. (NPI 1821171067) is an individual nephrology provider in Durham, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (36653) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, and is a graduate of Perelman School Of Med At The University Of Pennsylvania (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821171067
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameMICHAEL BERKOBENCredential: M.D.
Location AddressDUKE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CTRDurham, NC 27710-0001
Mailing AddressDuke University Medical Ctr, Dumc 3014Durham, NC 27710-0001
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPerelman School Of Med At The University Of PennsylvaniaGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateOctober 23, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 15, 2008
NPI 1821171067 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License Licensed in NC · 36653
Definition

An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.

DUKE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CTR, Durham, NC 27710

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid8915149NC
Medicare PIN2186278NC
Medicare UPINE94886

Accepted Insurance

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

Michael Berkoben M.d. 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 ID3072640762
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100429000376
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 3

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.

Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation 90935
Hemodialysis is a treatment that uses a machine to filter waste and excess fluid from your blood when your kidneys can't. A physician checks your health before, during, and after the procedure to ensure it's working effectively for you.
52 services33 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
30 services15 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Duke University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340030
Location2100 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705 · Durham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27710 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 7

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
5 suppliers50 claims6,462 services$0.30 avg. paid by Medicare
Prednisone, immediate release or delayed release, oral, 1 mg J7512
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
3 suppliers23 claims3,355 services$0.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Cyclosporine, oral, 25 mg J7515
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier12 claims2,880 services$0.60 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
4 suppliers38 claims3,300 services$0.18 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolic acid, oral, 180 mg J7518
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier12 claims1,440 services$0.89 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
7 suppliers68 claims68 services$18.37 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Psychologist (Clinical)
DUKE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CTR, DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHIATRY
DURHAM, NC 27710
Pediatrics
DUKE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CTR
DURHAM, NC 27710
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
DUKE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CTR
DURHAM, NC 27710
Emergency Medicine
DUKE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CTR
DURHAM, NC 27710
Internal Medicine
DUKE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CTR
DURHAM, NC 27710
Pediatrics (Pediatric Cardiology)
DUKE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CTR, BOX 3951
DURHAM, NC 27710
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
DUKE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CTR
DURHAM, NC 27710
Neurological Surgery
DUKE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CTR
DURHAM, NC 27710

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 Michael Berkoben's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Berkoben is 1821171067. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 23, 2006.

Where is Michael Berkoben located?

Michael Berkoben practices at Duke University Medical Ctr, Durham, NC 27710. The listed phone number is (919) 620-4467.

What is Michael Berkoben's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Michael Berkoben enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Berkoben 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.

What insurance does Michael Berkoben accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee list Michael Berkoben as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Michael Berkoben affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michael Berkoben is affiliated with Duke University Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Berkoben was last updated on April 15, 2008. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.