DAVID DARWIN NICOLAOU MD
NPI 1184676181
Emergency Medicine in Traverse City, MI

Active since May 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
550 MUNSON AVE, TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49686(231) 935-8710 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 19, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 19, 2021, Jan 3, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About David Darwin Nicolaou Md NPPES

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

DAVID DARWIN NICOLAOU MD (NPI 1184676181) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Traverse City, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301084991) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Munson Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Frankfort.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1184676181
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDAVID DARWIN NICOLAOUCredential: MD
Location Address550 MUNSON AVETraverse City, MI 49686-3580
Mailing Address2971 Crescent Shores DrTraverse City, MI 49684-9643 · (231) 933-1540
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPerelman School Of Med At The University Of PennsylvaniaGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateMay 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 19, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 19, 2021
NPI 1184676181 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
Licenses Licensed in MI · 4301084991 Licensed in MD · D45394
Definition

An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

550 MUNSON AVE, Traverse City, MI 49686

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1224 Park AveFrankfort, MI 49635-9036 · Phone (231) 352-2200 · Fax (231) 352-2232

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid131961200MD
OtherDN084991Bcbs
Medicaid104957619MI

Accepted 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

David Darwin Nicolaou 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 ID7911943154
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050628001221
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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
81 services81 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.
57 services56 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
16 services16 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Munson Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Traverse City, MI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number230097
Location1105 Sixth StreetTraverse City, MI 49684 · Grand Traverse County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Frankfort, MI
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number231300
Location224 Park AvenueFrankfort, MI 49635 · Benzie County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 49686 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
$84.74 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.68
Typical copayment $21.18 (range $13.58 – $41.67)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.09 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

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.

Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
550 MUNSON AVE
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49686
Specialist
550 MUNSON AVE
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49686
Audiologist
550 MUNSON AVE
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49686
Physician Assistant
550 MUNSON AVE
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49686
Pharmacy (Long Term Care Pharmacy)
550 MUNSON AVE, SUITE G-100
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49686
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies (Oxygen Equipment & Supplies)
550 MUNSON AVE
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49686
Occupational Therapist
550 MUNSON AVE
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49686
Physician Assistant
550 MUNSON AVE
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49686

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 David Nicolaou's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Nicolaou is 1184676181. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 17, 2006.

Where is David Nicolaou located?

David Nicolaou practices at 550 Munson Ave, Traverse City, MI 49686. The listed phone number is (231) 935-8710.

What is David Nicolaou's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is David Nicolaou enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Nicolaou 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 David Nicolaou accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company and Priority Health list David Nicolaou 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 David Nicolaou affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, David Nicolaou is affiliated with Munson Medical Center and Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Nicolaou was last updated on April 19, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.