MRS. KAREN LYNN NICHOLS NP
NPI 1154458941
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Downers Grove, IL

Q: What is Karen Nichols's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Nichols is 1154458941. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 27, 2007.

Q: What is Karen Nichols's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Nichols was last updated on December 12, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since February 27, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1441 BRANDING AVE STE 310, DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60515(630) 829-1084(630) 829-1040 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 12, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

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About Mrs. Karen Lynn Nichols Np NPPES

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

MRS. KAREN LYNN NICHOLS NP (NPI 1154458941) is an individual family provider in Downers Grove, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (209-005936) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Waukegan, and is a graduate of Other (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154458941

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X

Provider Legal NameMRS. KAREN LYNN NICHOLSCredential: NP

Location Address1441 BRANDING AVE STE 310Downers Grove, IL 60515-5624

Mailing Address29373 Network PlChicago, IL 60673-1293 · (847) 390-5900

Phone(630) 829-1084

Fax(630) 829-1040

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005

Enumeration DateFebruary 27, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 12, 2022

NPPES CertifiedDecember 12, 2022

✔ NPI 1154458941 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363LF0000X

License✔ Licensed in IL · 209-005936

1441 BRANDING AVE STE 310, Downers Grove, IL 60515

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11324 N Sheridan RdWaukegan, IL 60085-2161 · Phone (847) 360-4090

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

Mrs. Karen Lynn Nichols Np 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 ID7113025198

PECOS Enrollment IDI20070614000641

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 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.

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

249 services63 patients

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497

Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.

100 services40 patients

Nursing facility discharge management, more than 30 minutes 99316

Nursing facility discharge management over 30 minutes is a comprehensive process where a healthcare team prepares you for leaving the facility. It involves creating a tailored plan, coordinating care, and ensuring a smooth transition to your next care setting.

62 services52 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310

A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.

45 services38 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60515 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

$93.02 typical visit price

range $59.81 – $181.38

Typical copayment $23.25 (range $14.95 – $45.34)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$105.07 typical visit price

range $19.15 – $147.12

Typical copayment $26.26 (range $4.78 – $36.78)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 10

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Walker, folding, wheeled, adjustable or fixed height E0143

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers12 claims12 services$50.85 avg. paid by Medicare

Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with fixed arms E0163

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers11 claims11 services$46.76 avg. paid by Medicare

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260

DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N

2 suppliers60 claims60 services$44.73 avg. paid by Medicare

Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) E0630

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers19 claims19 services$40.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Manual wheelchair accessory, wheel lock brake extension (handle), each E0961

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

1 supplier12 claims24 services$1.27 avg. paid by Medicare

Manual wheelchair accessory, anti-tipping device, each E0971

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

1 supplier13 claims26 services$2.01 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

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