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Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD

(241 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology

Albert Szent-Györgyi Medical University

Professional interests include: adrenal tumor, parathyroid disease, tumor, and more.

55 Fruit Street Suite 730s
Boston, MA 02114

(617) 726-3872

Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD is an endocrinologist in Boston, MA specializing in adult endocrinology. He graduated from Albert Szent-Györgyi Medical University. Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital.

Office Locations

55 Fruit Street Suite 730s
Boston, MA 02114

(617) 726-3872

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Some issues Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Boston, MA during 2012 were minor procedures, minimally invasive procedures, aspiration and image guided procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	57
diagnostic procedures	57
doctor visit	232
image guided procedures	57
minimally invasive procedures	57
minor procedures	57

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Boston, MA during 2013 were minor procedures, minimally invasive procedures, aspiration and image guided procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	60
diagnostic procedures	60
doctor visit	243
image guided procedures	60
minimally invasive procedures	60
minor procedures	60

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	60
Female	181

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	197
Black	0
Hispanic	23
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	104
From 75 to 84	67
85 and over	16
Less than 65	54

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD in 2013

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	20
Dementia	0
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Boston, MA during 2014 were minor procedures, minimally invasive procedures, aspiration and image guided procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	59
diagnostic procedures	59
doctor visit	273
image guided procedures	59
minimally invasive procedures	59
minor procedures	59

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	81
Female	191

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	226
Black	16
Hispanic	18
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	126
From 75 to 84	91
85 and over	14
Less than 65	41

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD in 2014

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	20
Dementia	5
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Boston, MA during 2015 were minor procedures, minimally invasive procedures, aspiration and image guided procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	42
diagnostic procedures	42
doctor visit	358
image guided procedures	42
minimally invasive procedures	42
minor procedures	42

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	186
Female	432

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	512
Black	34
Hispanic	32
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	310
From 75 to 84	176
85 and over	30
Less than 65	102

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD in 2015

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	20
Dementia	5
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Boston, MA during 2016 were minor procedures, minimally invasive procedures, aspiration and image guided procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	52
diagnostic procedures	52
doctor visit	340
image guided procedures	52
minimally invasive procedures	52
minor procedures	52

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	80
Female	233

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	248
Black	22
Hispanic	22
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	166
From 75 to 84	67
85 and over	19
Less than 65	61

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD in 2016

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	20
Dementia	4
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Boston, MA during 2017 were minor procedures, minimally invasive procedures, aspiration and image guided procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	34
diagnostic procedures	34
doctor visit	359
image guided procedures	34
minimally invasive procedures	34
minor procedures	34

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	83
Female	241

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	269
Black	21
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	164
From 75 to 84	87
85 and over	13
Less than 65	60

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD in 2017

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	32
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	19
Dementia	4
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Boston, MA during 2018 were minor procedures, minimally invasive procedures, aspiration and image guided procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	47
diagnostic procedures	47
doctor visit	406
image guided procedures	47
minimally invasive procedures	47
minor procedures	47

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	96
Female	272

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	309
Black	23
Hispanic	17
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	173
From 75 to 84	117
85 and over	17
Less than 65	61

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD in 2018

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	19
Dementia	5
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	386

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	97
Female	275

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	307
Black	24
Hispanic	12
Asian	14
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	193
From 75 to 84	98
85 and over	22
Less than 65	59

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD in 2019

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	21
Dementia	5
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	284

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	98
Female	256

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	298
Black	20
Hispanic	0
Asian	14
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	181
From 75 to 84	105
85 and over	21
Less than 65	47

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD in 2020

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	20
Dementia	4
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	396

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	107
Female	281

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	328
Black	26
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	14
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	207
From 75 to 84	115
85 and over	19
Less than 65	47

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD in 2021

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	22
Dementia	5
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	407

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	112
Female	293

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	346
Black	22
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	214
From 75 to 84	123
85 and over	24
Less than 65	44

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD in 2022

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	436

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	113
Female	322

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	358
Black	25
Hispanic	16
Asian	13
Other	23
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	223
From 75 to 84	138
85 and over	28
Less than 65	46

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD in 2023

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	21
Dementia	3
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	475

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	126
Female	349

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	398
Black	16
Hispanic	23
Asian	16
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	249
From 75 to 84	153
85 and over	29
Less than 65	44

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD in 2024

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	24
Dementia	4
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Boston, MA were minor procedures, minimally invasive procedures, aspiration and image guided procedures.

aspiration	50
diagnostic procedures	50
doctor visit	353
image guided procedures	50
minimally invasive procedures	50
minor procedures	50

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	95
Female	255

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	19
Asian / Pacific Islander	4
Non-Hispanic White	292
Hispanic	13
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	7

**Age**
75 to 84	102
85 and over	19
Less than 65	51
65 to 74	177

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	12
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	19
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Cancer	14
Dementia	3

Education & Training

Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD graduated from Albert Szent-Györgyi Medical University. He completed residency at Washington Hospital Center. He is certified by the Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in Massachusetts.

Medical School: Albert Szent-Györgyi Medical University

Residency: Washington Hospital Center

Board Certification: Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Massachusetts

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, MultiPlan, United Healthcare, Tufts Health Plan, Aetna, TRICARE, Medicare, Medicaid, Humana, Railroad Medicare, Coventry, Cigna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Beech Street, WellPoint, WellSense, Senior Whole Health, Fallon Health, Commonwealth Care Alliance, Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare, Maine Community Health Options, Mass General Brigham Health Plan, MassHealth and WellSense NH.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Harvard Pilgrim Health Care

MultiPlan

United Healthcare

Tufts Health Plan

Aetna

TRICARE

Medicare

Medicaid

Humana

Railroad Medicare

Coventry

Cigna

Blue Cross/Blue Shield

Beech Street

WellPoint

WellSense

Senior Whole Health

Fallon Health

Commonwealth Care Alliance

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare

Maine Community Health Options

Mass General Brigham Health Plan

MassHealth

WellSense NH

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 241 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Boston, MA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc	$41 INVOKANA $41

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$41

Biography

Dr. Nikolaos Stathatos is a physician who specializes in adult endocrinology. Patient ratings for Dr. Stathatos average 5.0 stars (out of 5). His areas of expertise consist of adrenal tumor, thyroid problems, and parathyroid disease. He seems to honor Blue California, Coventry, and Viant, as well as other insurance carriers. Dr. Stathatos attended Albert Szent-Györgyi Medical University for medical school and subsequently trained at Washington Hospital Center for residency. He speaks Greek. He is professionally affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital.