NICHOLAS E TOWNSEND PA-C
NPI 1336846476
Physician Assistant in Indianapolis, IN
About Nicholas E Townsend Pa-c NPPES
Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.
NICHOLAS E TOWNSEND PA-C (NPI 1336846476) is an individual physician assistant in Indianapolis, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (10003949A) and active in the NPI registry since February 2023. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2022).
NPPES Registry Identity
Specialties & Licenses
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.
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
Nicholas E Townsend 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.
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance
Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance
Removal of spinal fluid with lower back spinal tap for diagnostic test using imaging guidance
This procedure, known as a thoracentesis, involves removing fluid from the space between the lungs and chest wall, called the pleural space. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure precision. It can help diagnose conditions or relieve symptoms like shortness of breath.
This service was performed 132 times for 90 patientsThis procedure involves removing excess fluid from your abdominal cavity, which can relieve discomfort. A specialist uses imaging technology to guide a thin needle into the right spot. The fluid is then drained out safely.
This service was performed 265 times for 41 patientsA lower back spinal tap, guided by imaging, is a procedure to collect spinal fluid for testing. A needle is carefully inserted into the lower back to draw out fluid. This can help diagnose various conditions. It's performed under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort.
This service was performed 13 times for 13 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $20.51 for a new patient copayment and $16.62 for an established patient copayment.
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 46202 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203
- Average New Patient Price $82.04
- Minimum New Patient Price $53.07
- Maximum New Patient Price $161.76
- Average New Patient Copayment $20.51
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.26
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $40.44
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213
- Average Established Patient Price $66.48
- Minimum Established Patient Price $16.93
- Maximum Established Patient Price $132.22
- Average Established Patient Copayment $16.62
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.23
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $33.05
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Nicholas Townsend is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| INDIANA UNIVERSITY HEALTH BALL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL | 2401 UNIVERSITY AVE MUNCIE, IN 47303 | (765) 747-3111 | Acute Care Hospitals |
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following 16 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1336846476, enumerated as an "individual" on February 09, 2023.
The provider is located at 714 N SENATE AVE STE 100 INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202 and the phone number is (317) 944-1801.
Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: CareSource. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
Nicholas Townsend is affiliated with: INDIANA UNIVERSITY HEALTH BALL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL.
