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NIKHIL THAKKAR M.D.
NPI 1225029838
Anesthesiology in Springfield, MA

Active since November 02, 2005PECOS Enrolled
908 ALLEN ST, SPRINGFIELD, MA 01118(413) 796-7494(413) 796-7498 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Nikhil Thakkar M.d. NPPES

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

NIKHIL THAKKAR M.D. (NPI 1225029838) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Springfield, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (216738) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baystate Wing Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1225029838
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameNIKHIL THAKKARCredential: M.D.
Location Address908 ALLEN STSpringfield, MA 01118-2533
Mailing Address908 Allen StSpringfield, MA 01118-2533 · (413) 796-7494 · Fax (413) 796-7498
Fax(413) 796-7498
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateNovember 2, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
NPI 1225029838 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License Licensed in MA · 216738
Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

908 ALLEN ST, Springfield, MA 01118

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

Nikhil Thakkar 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 ID3072583046
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040727001628
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 8

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
22 services22 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790
Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.
20 services20 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body 00400
Anesthesia for procedures on the skin of your arms, legs, and front body is a service that numbs the area being treated. This ensures you don't feel pain during procedures like biopsies, stitches, or minor surgeries. It's administered through a small injection or a topical cream.
17 services16 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on lower abdomen 00840
Anesthesia for a lower abdomen procedure involves medication to eliminate pain during surgery. You might be awake but relaxed and pain-free, or you may be completely unconscious. It's administered to ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.
15 services14 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on upper 2/3rd of thigh bone 01230
Anesthesia for a procedure on the upper 2/3rd of the thigh bone involves administering medication to numb the area or make you unconscious, ensuring you don't feel pain during the operation. It's a safe and routine part of surgical procedures.
14 services14 patients
Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 00812
Anesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Baystate Wing Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Palmer, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number220030
Location40 Wright StreetPalmer, MA 01069 · Hampden County
Emergency services

Baystate Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Springfield, MA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220077
Location759 Chestnut StreetSpringfield, MA 01199 · Hampden County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

Anesthesiology
908 ALLEN ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01118
Anesthesiology
908 ALLEN ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01118
Anesthesiology
908 ALLEN ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01118
Anesthesiology
908 ALLEN ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01118
Anesthesiology
908 ALLEN ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01118
Anesthesiology
908 ALLEN ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01118
Anesthesiology
908 ALLEN ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01118
Anesthesiology
908 ALLEN ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 01118

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 Nikhil Thakkar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nikhil Thakkar is 1225029838. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 2, 2005.

Where is Nikhil Thakkar located?

Nikhil Thakkar practices at 908 Allen St, Springfield, MA 01118. The listed phone number is (413) 796-7494.

What is Nikhil Thakkar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Nikhil Thakkar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nikhil Thakkar 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 Nikhil Thakkar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nikhil Thakkar is affiliated with Baystate Wing Hospital and Baystate Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nikhil Thakkar was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.