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NICHOLAS JOHN LACO DPM
NPI 1134618705
Podiatrist - Foot & Ankle Surgery in Louisville, KY

Active since May 08, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
73.19/100
CMS Quality Rating
550 S JACKSON ST FL 1, LOUISVILLE, KY 40202(502) 588-4720(502) 561-8687 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 5, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 5, 2022, Jun 8, 2022, Jul 8, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Nicholas John Laco Dpm NPPES

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

NICHOLAS JOHN LACO DPM (NPI 1134618705) is an individual foot & ankle surgery provider in Louisville, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (243946) and active in the NPI registry since May 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare, and is a graduate of Kent State University College Of Podiatric Medicine (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1134618705
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy213ES0103X
Provider Legal NameNICHOLAS JOHN LACOCredential: DPM
Location Address550 S JACKSON ST FL 1Louisville, KY 40202-1622
Mailing AddressPo Box 909Louisville, KY 40201-0909 · (502) 588-0328
Phone(502) 588-4720
Fax(502) 561-8687
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSKent State University College Of Podiatric MedicineGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateMay 8, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 5, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 5, 2022
✔ NPI 1134618705 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPodiatrist · Foot & Ankle SurgeryPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Taxonomy Code213ES0103X
License✔ Licensed in KY · 243946
550 S JACKSON ST FL 1, Louisville, KY 40202
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid300063777IN
Medicaid7100819790KY

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter Health and more.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

Nicholas John Laco Dpm 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 ID1557741113
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220629002310
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 8

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.

Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
135 services19 patients
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.
96 services56 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.
60 services25 patients
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.
46 services13 patients
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails 11721
This procedure involves the removal of six or more fingernails or toenails. It's typically done to treat severe nail infections, persistent pain, or abnormal nail growth. Local anesthesia is used to minimize discomfort. Healing usually takes a few weeks.
44 services24 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.
42 services35 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare

Acute Care Hospitals · Louisville, KY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number180040
Location200 Abraham Flexner WayLouisville, KY 40202 · Jefferson County
Emergency services

University Of Louisville Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Louisville, KY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number180141
Location530 South Jackson StreetLouisville, KY 40202 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

73.19/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality58.74
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost51.91

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

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

DR. KENNEDI FITTS MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
550 S JACKSON ST FL 1
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Jefferson County (502) 561-7448
PAOLO SPINELLO MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
550 S JACKSON ST FL 1
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Jefferson County (502) 819-0540
MATTHEW HURN
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
550 S JACKSON ST FL 1
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Jefferson County (502) 852-6902
JESSICA DURBIN MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
550 S JACKSON ST FL 1
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Jefferson County (502) 561-7448
JOSEPH KITCHEN
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
550 S JACKSON ST FL 1
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Jefferson County (502) 852-6903
SAYGIN KAMACI M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
550 S JACKSON ST FL 1, BUILDING
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Jefferson County (502) 852-7277
MRS. HOLLIS VERONICA EDWARDS APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
550 S JACKSON ST FL 1
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Jefferson County (502) 588-4521
MIGUEL S DACCARETT MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
550 S JACKSON ST FL 1
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Jefferson County (502) 588-4521

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 Laco's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Laco is 1134618705. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 8, 2018.

Where is Nicholas Laco located?

Nicholas Laco practices at 550 S Jackson St Fl 1, Louisville, KY 40202. The listed phone number is (502) 588-4720.

What is Nicholas Laco's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Podiatrist, specializing in Foot & Ankle Surgery, with taxonomy code 213ES0103X.

Is Nicholas Laco enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicholas Laco 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 Laco accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter of Tennessee and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and 1 other insurer list Nicholas Laco 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 Laco affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicholas Laco is affiliated with Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare and University Of Louisville Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicholas Laco was last updated on July 5, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.