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DR. SCOTT DAVID NICHOLS MD
NPI 1295989572
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Chico, CA

Active since November 12, 2008PECOS Enrolled
99.12/100
CMS Quality Rating
1531 ESPLANADE, CHICO, CA 95926(530) 332-5250 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 3, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Scott David Nichols Md NPPES

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

DR. SCOTT DAVID NICHOLS MD (NPI 1295989572) is an individual psychiatry provider in Chico, California, licensed in California (A105801) and active in the NPI registry since November 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Stanford University School Of Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295989572
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. SCOTT DAVID NICHOLSCredential: MD
Location Address1531 ESPLANADEChico, CA 95926-3310
Mailing Address1531 EsplanadeChico, CA 95926-3310 · (530) 332-5250
Phone(530) 332-5250
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSStanford University School Of MedicineGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateNovember 12, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 3, 2015
✔ NPI 1295989572 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A105801
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
1531 ESPLANADE, Chico, CA 95926
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Scott David Nichols Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID8325176316
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250524000052
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 3

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.

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.
31 services23 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.
27 services18 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
19 services18 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 95926 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
$176.60 typical visit price
range $58.87 – $176.60
Typical copayment $44.15 (range $14.71 – $44.15)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$73.16 typical visit price
range $19.28 – $144.60
Typical copayment $18.29 (range $4.82 – $36.15)
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.

99.12/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality85.23
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

AMY MICHELI FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1531 ESPLANADE
CHICO, CA 95926
Butte County (530) 332-5540
KELLEEN GALLI RN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1531 ESPLANADE
CHICO, CA 95926
Butte County (530) 332-7300
OLSA HAHN FNP
Nurse Practitioner
1531 ESPLANADE
CHICO, CA 95926
Butte County (530) 332-7300
BRIAN THOMAS COURTNEY M.D.
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
1531 ESPLANADE
CHICO, CA 95926
Butte County (530) 896-7455
NORTH STATE RADIOLOGY MEDICAL GROUP INC
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1531 ESPLANADE
CHICO, CA 95926
Butte County (530) 898-0504
MR. VICTOR HALL WERLHOF MD
Specialist
1531 ESPLANADE
CHICO, CA 95926
Butte County (530) 332-7330
DR. MEIR MARMOR M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery (Orthopaedic Trauma)
1531 ESPLANADE, ORTHO/TRAUMA DEPARTMENT
CHICO, CA 95926
Butte County (530) 332-4470
KATHRINE ANN THOMAS NURSE PRACTITIONER
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1531 ESPLANADE
CHICO, CA 95926
Butte County (530) 332-7061

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 Scott Nichols's NPI number?

The NPI number for Scott Nichols is 1295989572. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 12, 2008.

Where is Scott Nichols located?

Scott Nichols practices at 1531 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926. The listed phone number is (530) 332-5250.

What is Scott Nichols's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Scott Nichols enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Scott Nichols is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Scott Nichols was last updated on November 3, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 years 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.