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NICOLE CHEKANOWSKY PA-C
NPI 1194944181
Physician Assistant in Franklin, PA

Active since April 25, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.78/100
CMS Quality Rating
464 ALLEGHENY BLVD STE 2D, FRANKLIN, PA 16323(814) 437-6793(814) 437-6797 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 2, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 2, 2025, Nov 20, 2025, Feb 5, 2025 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2021).

About Nicole Chekanowsky Pa-c NPPES

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

NICOLE CHEKANOWSKY PA-C (NPI 1194944181) is an individual physician assistant in Franklin, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MA051427) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upmc Northwest, and is a graduate of Other (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194944181
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameNICOLE CHEKANOWSKYCredential: PA-C
Location Address464 ALLEGHENY BLVD STE 2DFranklin, PA 16323-6259
Mailing Address464 Allegheny Blvd Ste 2dFranklin, PA 16323-6259 · (814) 437-6793 · Fax (814) 437-6797
Phone(814) 437-6793
Fax(814) 437-6797
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateApril 25, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 2, 20256 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 30, 2025
✔ NPI 1194944181 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MA051427
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
464 ALLEGHENY BLVD STE 2D, Franklin, PA 16323
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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

Nicole Chekanowsky Pa-c 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 ID9133348931
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140909002314
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 6

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.
118 services81 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
53 services53 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.
43 services35 patients
Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
21 services16 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
20 services20 patients
Influenza vaccine, inactivated 90653
The Influenza vaccine, inactivated, is a shot given to protect against the flu. It contains killed virus particles that help your body build immunity to the flu. It's recommended annually to keep your protection up-to-date. It's safe for ages 6 months and up.
18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Upmc Northwest

Acute Care Hospitals · Seneca, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390091
Location100 Fairfield DriveSeneca, PA 16346 · Venango County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Grove City Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Grove City, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390266
Location631 North Broad Street Ext.Grove City, PA 16127 · Mercer County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 16323 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
$84.88 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $21.22 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.36 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

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.

93.78/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality85.07
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

STEPHANIE ARAUJO
Family Medicine
464 ALLEGHENY BLVD STE 2D, SUITE 2D, PENNWOOD CENTER
FRANKLIN, PA 16323
Venango County (814) 437-6793
DR. PETER BENDT MD
Family Medicine
464 ALLEGHENY BLVD STE 2D
FRANKLIN, PA 16323
Venango County (814) 437-6793
SERGIO GIANCOLA
Urology
464 ALLEGHENY BLVD STE 2D
FRANKLIN, PA 16323
Venango County (814) 437-1637
SAI SWAPNIKA GUTTIKONDA MD
Family Medicine
464 ALLEGHENY BLVD STE 2D
FRANKLIN, PA 16323
Venango County (814) 437-6793

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 Nicole Chekanowsky's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicole Chekanowsky is 1194944181. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 25, 2007.

Where is Nicole Chekanowsky located?

Nicole Chekanowsky practices at 464 Allegheny Blvd Ste 2D, Franklin, PA 16323. The listed phone number is (814) 437-6793.

What is Nicole Chekanowsky's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Nicole Chekanowsky enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicole Chekanowsky 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.

Is Nicole Chekanowsky affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicole Chekanowsky is affiliated with Upmc Northwest and Grove City Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicole Chekanowsky was last updated on December 2, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 months 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.