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DR. NICKOLAS HAMILTON CULPEPPER M.D.
NPI 1184069544
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Reno, NV

Active since April 30, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1240 E 9TH ST, RENO, NV 89512(775) 323-0478(775) 789-4437 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 7, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 7, 2019, Oct 30, 2019, Aug 3, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Nickolas Hamilton Culpepper M.d. NPPES

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

DR. NICKOLAS HAMILTON CULPEPPER M.D. (NPI 1184069544) is an individual psychiatry provider in Reno, Nevada, licensed in Nevada (17933) and active in the NPI registry since April 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1184069544
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. NICKOLAS HAMILTON CULPEPPERCredential: M.D.
Location Address1240 E 9TH STReno, NV 89512
Mailing Address6940 Sierra Center PkwyReno, NV 89511-2209 · (775) 571-4766
Phone(775) 323-0478
Fax(775) 789-4437
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical College Of Georgia School Of MedicineGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateApril 30, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 7, 20194 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1184069544 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NV · 17933✔ Licensed in CA · A136129
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
1240 E 9TH ST, Reno, NV 89512
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1184069544NV

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health.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. Nickolas Hamilton Culpepper M.d. 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 ID7012280514
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180918001787
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 Nickolas Culpepper reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Culpepper Psychiatric Associates PLLC
5.3 mi
Community Health
6940 SIERRA CENTER PKWY
Reno, NV 89511
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Nevada enrollment
  • 7 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1578117362 (775) 393-2200

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 2

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.

Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes 90833
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 30-minute session where a mental health professional talks with you about your concerns and feelings. They assess your mental health, provide support, and manage your treatment plan to help improve your well-being.
141 services26 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.
122 services20 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 89512 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
$173.24 typical visit price
range $57.07 – $173.24
Typical copayment $43.31 (range $14.26 – $43.31)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$71.14 typical visit price
range $18.27 – $140.96
Typical copayment $17.78 (range $4.56 – $35.24)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

WEST HILLS HOSPITAL
Psychiatric Hospital
1240 E 9TH ST
RENO, NV 89512
Washoe County (775) 323-0478
WEST HILLS HOSPITAL
Psychiatric Hospital
1240 E 9TH ST
RENO, NV 89512
Washoe County (775) 323-0478
MS. JINGER LA BARGE LCSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
1240 E 9TH ST
RENO, NV 89512
Washoe County (775) 323-0478
BHC HEALTH SERVICES OF NEVADA INC
Psychiatric Hospital
1240 E 9TH ST
RENO, NV 89512
Washoe County (775) 323-0478
BHC HEALTH SERVICES OF NEVADA INC
Marriage & Family Therapist
1240 E 9TH ST
RENO, NV 89512
Washoe County (775) 323-0478
BHC HEALTH SERVICES OF NEVADA INC
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1240 E 9TH ST
RENO, NV 89512
Washoe County (775) 323-0478
DR. ERIC W LAMBERTS M.D.
Family Medicine
1240 E 9TH ST
RENO, NV 89512
Washoe County (775) 250-0041
SUSAN L BAUMAN PA
Physician Assistant
1240 E 9TH ST
RENO, NV 89512
Washoe County (775) 323-0478

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 Nickolas Culpepper's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nickolas Culpepper is 1184069544. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 30, 2013.

Where is Nickolas Culpepper located?

Nickolas Culpepper practices at 1240 E 9th St, Reno, NV 89512. The listed phone number is (775) 323-0478.

What is Nickolas Culpepper's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Nickolas Culpepper enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nickolas Culpepper 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 Nickolas Culpepper's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Nickolas Culpepper reassigns Medicare benefits to Culpepper Psychiatric Associates PLLC (Reno, NV). 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 Nickolas Culpepper's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Nickolas Culpepper accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health list Nickolas Culpepper 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 Nickolas Culpepper was last updated on November 7, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.