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DR. NICHOLAS TRANAKAS M.D.
NPI 1982790184
Surgery in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Active since October 05, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
2800 E COMMERCIAL BLVD STE 102, FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308(954) 491-0900(954) 491-1306 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 18, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Nicholas Tranakas M.d. NPPES

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

DR. NICHOLAS TRANAKAS M.D. (NPI 1982790184) is an individual surgery provider in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME56834) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Broward Health Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of Medicine (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982790184
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. NICHOLAS TRANAKASCredential: M.D.
Location Address2800 E COMMERCIAL BLVD STE 102Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308-4202
Mailing Address6405 N Federal Hwy, 401Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308-1412 · (954) 491-0900 · Fax (954) 491-1306
Phone(954) 491-0900
Fax(954) 491-1306
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of MedicineGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateOctober 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 18, 2023
NPPES CertifiedAugust 18, 2023
✔ NPI 1982790184 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in FL · ME56834
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License ME56834 (FL)
2800 E COMMERCIAL BLVD STE 102, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company).Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Nicholas Tranakas 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 ID7315901220
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110912000636
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 2

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
367 services289 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
72 services72 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Broward Health Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Lauderdale, FL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number100039
Location1600 S Andrews AveFort Lauderdale, FL 33316 · Broward County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Holy Cross Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Lauderdale, FL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number100073
Location4725 N Federal HwyFort Lauderdale, FL 33308 · Broward County
Emergency services

Boca Raton Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boca Raton, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100168
Location800 Meadows RdBoca Raton, FL 33486 · Palm Beach County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Broward Health Imperial Point

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Lauderdale, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number100200
Location6401 N Federal HwyFort Lauderdale, FL 33308 · Broward County

Broward Health Coral Springs

Acute Care Hospitals · Coral Springs, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number100276
Location3000 Coral Hills DrCoral Springs, FL 33065 · Broward County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33308 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
$91.69 typical visit price
range $58.56 – $179.05
Typical copayment $22.92 (range $14.64 – $44.76)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$73.00 typical visit price
range $18.44 – $144.68
Typical copayment $18.25 (range $4.61 – $36.17)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

DR. IVAN PUENTE M.D.
Surgery
2800 E COMMERCIAL BLVD STE 102
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
Broward County (954) 491-0900
DR. PEDRO JOSE GONZALEZ M.D.
Surgery
2800 E COMMERCIAL BLVD STE 102
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
Broward County (954) 491-0900
JORGE A. VEGA JR., M.D., PLLC
Surgery
2800 E COMMERCIAL BLVD STE 102
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
Broward County (954) 491-0900
BROWARD SURGICAL ASSOCIATES, INC.
Surgery
2800 E COMMERCIAL BLVD STE 102
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
Broward County (954) 491-0900
DR. JOSE SIMON LOZADA MD
Surgery
2800 E COMMERCIAL BLVD STE 102
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
Broward County (954) 491-0900
MICHAEL W PARRA M.D.
Surgery
2800 E COMMERCIAL BLVD STE 102
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
Broward County (954) 491-0900
ALLECIA ANN LAWRENCE-LEIBA MSN, ARNP, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2800 E COMMERCIAL BLVD STE 102
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
Broward County (954) 491-5150

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 Nicholas Tranakas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Tranakas is 1982790184. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 5, 2006.

Where is Nicholas Tranakas located?

Nicholas Tranakas practices at 2800 E Commercial Blvd Ste 102, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308. The listed phone number is (954) 491-0900.

What is Nicholas Tranakas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Nicholas Tranakas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicholas Tranakas 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 Nicholas Tranakas accept?

Health plans from AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) list Nicholas Tranakas 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 Nicholas Tranakas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicholas Tranakas is affiliated with Broward Health Medical Center, Holy Cross Hospital, Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Broward Health Imperial Point and Broward Health Coral Springs.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicholas Tranakas was last updated on August 18, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years 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.