2026 NPPES data Pediatric Nephrology Physician NPI 1255674412 MD
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ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD

Pediatric Nephrology Physician in CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
2K
Medicare Part D claims · 112 beneficiaries · Pediatric Nephrology Physician avg: 97
Generic prescribing
88%
generic claims · 12% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD filed 1,685 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Pediatric Nephrology Physician in CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, prescribing 88% generic.

2K
Part D claims, 2023
88%
generic prescribing
Likely
board-certified (heuristic)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

1,685 Top 18% higher than 82% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Below this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Below this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Below this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Below this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Below this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Below this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Below this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). This entry sits in this band. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

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Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

What does the federal data show about ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 04/05/2013

NPI 1255674412

Primary specialty

Pediatric Nephrology Physician

Niche

723 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,685 1637% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 97

Specialty distribution in North Carolina

How Pediatric Nephrology Physician compares to other specialties among North Carolina providers

North Carolina providers

Pediatric Nephrology Physician share within North Carolina

1. Pediatric Nephrology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Pediatric Nephrology Physician share within North Carolina

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Pediatric Nephrology Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Pediatric Nephrology Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Pediatric Nephrology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Pediatric Nephrology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD is a Pediatric Nephrology Physician provider practicing in CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1255674412. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Pediatric Nephrology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 101 MANNING DRIVE, CHAPEL HILL, NC, 27599, with a listed phone of (919) 966-2561. NPI 1255674412 was issued on 04/05/2013. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what KOTZEN most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 1,685 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 112 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $254K in drug spend, split 12% brand-name and 88% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Pediatric Nephrology Physician is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 723 enrolled providers across 50 states and an average of 97 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

101 MANNING DRIVE
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27599

Provider Details

NPI 1255674412
Specialty Pediatric Nephrology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Female
NPI Issued 04/05/2013

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL
CHAPEL HILL, NC

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD — brand share 12.0%
Specialty average (est.)

12% brand-name claims vs 88% generic, on 1,685 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

1,685
Total Claims
$254K
Total Drug Cost
112
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
2,428
Total Day Supply
70,363
Brand vs Generic
12% brand / 88% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$203K
Generic Drug Cost
$51K
Antibiotic Claims
86

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
56.4 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
5.42
Gender Split
40% female / 60% male
Age Distribution
<65: 73, 65-74: 30, 75-84: N/A, 85+: N/A

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Amlodipine Besylate
137
Carvedilol
137
Atorvastatin Calcium
113
Prednisone
112
Gabapentin
68
Chlorthalidone
67
Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim
Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim
55
Famotidine
51
Cinacalcet Hcl
50
Valsartan
50

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Pediatric Nephrology Physician Overview

How ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD fits within the Pediatric Nephrology Physician landscape nationally.

723
Pediatric Nephrology Physician Providers in US
50
States with Pediatric Nephrology Physician
97
Avg Claims per Provider

ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD's 1,685 claims are above the specialty average of 97.

Nearby Pediatric Nephrology Physician Providers in North Carolina

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in North Carolina, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as KOTZEN.

Compare Pediatric Nephrology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD's specialty?
ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD specializes in Pediatric Nephrology Physician and practices in CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina. Credentials: MD.
How much does ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD wrote 1,685 Medicare Part D claims totaling $254K in drug costs for 112 beneficiaries.
Where is ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD located?
ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD is located at 101 MANNING DRIVE, CHAPEL HILL, NC, 27599. Phone: (919) 966-2561.
What is ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD's NPI number?
ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255674412, issued on 04/05/2013.
Does ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD's prescribing is 12% brand-name and 88% generic drugs by claim count, with $203K in brand drug costs.
How many Pediatric Nephrology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 723 Pediatric Nephrology Physician providers across 50 states in the US. The average Pediatric Nephrology Physician provider writes 97 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Amlodipine Besylate, Carvedilol, Atorvastatin Calcium. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD accept Medicare?
ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,685 Part D claims and 112 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD's credentials?
ELIZABETH KOTZEN, MD's NPI is 1255674412 with credentials MD. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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