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DR. ROBERT J NICHOLSON JR. MD
NPI 1124417373
Specialist in Hammond, LA

Active since January 12, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
42078 VETERANS AVENUE, SUITE G, HAMMOND, LA 70403(985) 542-7177(985) 340-7078 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 19, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Dr. Robert J Nicholson Jr. Md NPPES

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

DR. ROBERT J NICHOLSON JR. MD (NPI 1124417373) is an individual specialist in Hammond, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (016664) and active in the NPI registry since January 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124417373
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy174400000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ROBERT J NICHOLSON JR.Credential: MD
Location Address42078 VETERANS AVENUE, SUITE GHammond, LA 70403
Mailing Address42078 Veterans Avenue, Suite GHammond, LA 70403 · (985) 542-7177 · Fax (985) 340-7078
Phone(985) 542-7177
Fax(985) 340-7078
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateJanuary 12, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJune 19, 2023
NPPES CertifiedJune 19, 2023
✔ NPI 1124417373 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySpecialistOther Service Providers
Taxonomy Code174400000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 016664
Definition
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
42078 VETERANS AVENUE, Hammond, LA 70403
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Robert J Nicholson Jr. 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 ID8325453814
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210216000129
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Robert Nicholson reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Neuromuscular Medical Association, LLC
37 mi
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
3001 19TH ST
Metairie, LA 70002
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1073649646 (504) 469-9641

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

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 moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
591 services103 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442
This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.
22 services21 patients
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702
This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.
16 services12 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
13 services12 patients

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 Robert Nicholson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Nicholson is 1124417373. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 12, 2015.

Where is Robert Nicholson located?

Robert Nicholson practices at 42078 Veterans Avenue Suite G, Hammond, LA 70403. The listed phone number is (985) 542-7177.

What is Robert Nicholson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X.

Is Robert Nicholson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Nicholson 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Robert Nicholson's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Robert Nicholson reassigns Medicare benefits to Neuromuscular Medical Association, LLC (Metairie, LA). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Robert Nicholson's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Robert Nicholson accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and HMO Louisiana list Robert Nicholson 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Nicholson was last updated on June 19, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.