DR. JONATHAN A NICKEL M.D.
NPI 1225007826
Ophthalmology in Gloversville, NY

Active since March 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
82.43/100
CMS Quality Rating
185 SECOND AVE, GLOVERSVILLE, NY 12078(518) 773-2700(518) 725-0527 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 24, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Jonathan A Nickel M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JONATHAN A NICKEL M.D. (NPI 1225007826) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Gloversville, New York, licensed in New York (221925) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Nathan Littauer Hospital, and is a graduate of New York Medical College (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1225007826
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JONATHAN A NICKELCredential: M.D.
Location Address185 SECOND AVEGloversville, NY 12078-2510
Mailing Address185 Second AveGloversville, NY 12078-2510 · (518) 773-2700 · Fax (518) 725-0527
Fax(518) 725-0527
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSNew York Medical CollegeGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateMarch 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 24, 2007
NPI 1225007826 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in NY · 221925
Definition

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

185 SECOND AVE, Gloversville, NY 12078

Other Identifiers 3

OtherP00098601NY · Medicare Railroad
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedDD4943NY
Medicaid02389980NY

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

Dr. Jonathan A Nickel 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 ID5991690695
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040220000635
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 10

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 complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
541 services510 patients
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 92136
This procedure measures the shape and depth of your eye, specifically the cornea, the clear front surface. It helps in diagnosing conditions, planning for surgeries, or fitting contact lenses. It's non-invasive and painless.
260 services115 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
227 services191 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
153 services148 patients
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
152 services94 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
149 services149 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Nathan Littauer Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Gloversville, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330276
Location99 East State StreetGloversville, NY 12078 · Fulton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 12078 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.57 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $17.14 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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.

82.43/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost34.95

Reported Quality Measures

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Dilated Macular Examination
100%220 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Cataract Surgery: Difference Between Planned and Final Refraction
100%375 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%3,440 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Reduction of Intraocular Pressure (IOP) by 15% OR Documentation of a Plan of Care
100%156 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

Ophthalmology
185 SECOND AVE
GLOVERSVILLE, NY 12078
Ophthalmology
185 SECOND AVE
GLOVERSVILLE, NY 12078

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 Jonathan Nickel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jonathan Nickel is 1225007826. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 16, 2006.

Where is Jonathan Nickel located?

Jonathan Nickel practices at 185 Second Ave, Gloversville, NY 12078. The listed phone number is (518) 773-2700.

What is Jonathan Nickel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Jonathan Nickel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jonathan Nickel 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 Jonathan Nickel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Jonathan Nickel is affiliated with Nathan Littauer Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jonathan Nickel was last updated on October 24, 2007. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.