PAULA NICHOLS ACNP
NPI 1225449945
Nurse Practitioner - Acute Care in The Woodlands, TX

Active since May 15, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
17350 ST LUKES WAY, SUITE 400, THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384(281) 444-3278(832) 249-3861 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 15, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Paula Nichols Acnp NPPES

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

PAULA NICHOLS ACNP (NPI 1225449945) is an individual acute care provider in The Woodlands, Texas, licensed in Texas (689223) and active in the NPI registry since May 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1225449945
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LA2100X
Provider Legal NamePAULA NICHOLSCredential: ACNP
Location Address17350 ST LUKES WAY, SUITE 400The Woodlands, TX 77384-4100
Mailing AddressPo Box 73627Houston, TX 77273-3627 · (281) 444-3278 · Fax (832) 249-3861
Fax(832) 249-3861
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateMay 15, 2014
NPI 1225449945 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · Acute CarePhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LA2100X
License Licensed in TX · 689223
17350 ST LUKES WAY, The Woodlands, TX 77384

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

Paula Nichols Acnp 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 ID1456678234
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150317001058
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.

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.
288 services242 patients
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.
195 services158 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
138 services94 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
86 services56 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450844
Location18220 State Highway 249Houston, TX 77070 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77384 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Automatic external defibrillator, with integrated electrocardiogram analysis, garment type K0606
DME-Other DME · category DE013N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$2,283.82 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Pain Medicine (Interventional Pain Medicine)
17350 ST LUKES WAY, SUITE 370
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
17350 ST LUKES WAY, SUITE 400
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
17350 ST LUKES WAY, SUITE 350
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
17350 ST LUKES WAY, SUITE 370
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
17350 ST LUKES WAY, SUITE 400
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Clinical Medical Laboratory
17350 ST LUKES WAY
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Occupational Therapist
17350 ST LUKES WAY, SUITE 100
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Physical Therapist
17350 ST LUKES WAY, SUITE 100
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384

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 Paula Nichols's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paula Nichols is 1225449945. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 15, 2014.

Where is Paula Nichols located?

Paula Nichols practices at 17350 St Lukes Way Suite 400, The Woodlands, TX 77384. The listed phone number is (281) 444-3278.

What is Paula Nichols's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Acute Care, with taxonomy code 363LA2100X.

Is Paula Nichols enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paula Nichols 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 Paula Nichols accept?

Health plans from Community Health Choice and Molina Healthcare list Paula Nichols 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 Paula Nichols affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paula Nichols is affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paula Nichols was last updated on May 15, 2014. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.