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CHANCE NICHOLS M.D
NPI 1386092922
Surgery - Surgical Critical Care in Oklahoma City, OK

Active since May 24, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1200 CHILDRENS AVE, OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73104(405) 271-6308 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 3, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 3, 2025, Nov 21, 2022, Jun 22, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Chance Nichols M.d NPPES

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

CHANCE NICHOLS M.D (NPI 1386092922) is an individual surgical critical care provider in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, licensed in Oklahoma (32287) and active in the NPI registry since May 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Norman Regional, and is a graduate of University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386092922
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0102X
Provider Legal NameCHANCE NICHOLSCredential: M.D
Location Address1200 CHILDRENS AVEOklahoma City, OK 73104-4637
Mailing AddressPo Box 26901Oklahoma City, OK 73126-0901 · (405) 271-6308
Phone(405) 271-6308
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Oklahoma College Of MedicineGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateMay 24, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 3, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 3, 2025
✔ NPI 1386092922 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical Critical CareAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0102X
License✔ Licensed in OK · 32287
Definition
A surgeon with expertise in the management of the critically ill and postoperative patient, particularly the trauma victim, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 32287 (OK)
1200 CHILDRENS AVE, Oklahoma City, OK 73104
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Mending Health.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Chance Nichols 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 ID6204121387
PECOS Enrollment IDI20231023003512
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Chance Nichols reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Ou Health Partners, Inc
Same address
Multi-Specialty
1200 CHILDRENS AVE STE 11200
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Oklahoma enrollment
  • 1,795 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1528642642 (405) 271-3932
Usc Care Medical Group, Inc
1,180 mi
General Practice
1520 SAN PABLO ST
Los Angeles, CA 90033
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 2,445 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1902846306 (323) 442-5955

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

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.
151 services106 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
111 services64 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.
77 services77 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.
55 services42 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
35 services33 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
19 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Norman Regional

Acute Care Hospitals · Norman, OK
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number370008
Location3300 Healthplex PkwyNorman, OK 73072 · Cleveland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Great Plains Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Elk City, OK
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number370019
Location1801 West 3rd StreetElk City, OK 73644 · Beckham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Stillwater Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Stillwater, OK
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number370049
Location1323 West 6th StreetStillwater, OK 74076 · Payne County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

O U Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Oklahoma City, OK
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number370093
Location700 NE 13th StreetOklahoma City, OK 73104 · Oklahoma 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.

KRUTI SHAH
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1200 CHILDRENS AVE, SUITE 4D
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73104
Oklahoma County (405) 271-8001
MRS. RACHEL LEIGH CROSS APRN, CPNP-PC
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
1200 CHILDRENS AVE, SUITE 10000
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73104
Oklahoma County (405) 271-4412
KAYLEE MARTIN
Pediatrics
1200 CHILDRENS AVE
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73104
Oklahoma County (405) 271-5437
KRISTEN PUENTE RD, LD
Dietitian, Registered
1200 CHILDRENS AVE
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73104
Oklahoma County (405) 271-4700
ROA MUQBEL
Pediatrics
1200 CHILDRENS AVE
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73104
Oklahoma County (405) 271-4417
DR. CLAIRE ELIZABETH KUNKEL SMITH DO
Pediatrics
1200 CHILDRENS AVE
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73104
Oklahoma County (405) 271-4417
JAY OGLE DO
Pediatrics
1200 CHILDRENS AVE
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73104
Oklahoma County (405) 271-4417
BLAYNE BORDWINE
Pediatrics (Hospice and Palliative Medicine)
1200 CHILDRENS AVE
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73104
Oklahoma County (405) 271-4700

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 Chance Nichols's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chance Nichols is 1386092922. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 24, 2016.

Where is Chance Nichols located?

Chance Nichols practices at 1200 Childrens Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73104. The listed phone number is (405) 271-6308.

What is Chance Nichols's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgical Critical Care, with taxonomy code 2086S0102X.

Is Chance Nichols enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chance 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Chance Nichols's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Chance Nichols reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Ou Health Partners, Inc (Oklahoma City, OK) and Usc Care Medical Group, Inc (Los Angeles, CA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Chance Nichols's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Chance Nichols accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Mending Health list Chance 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 Chance Nichols affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chance Nichols is affiliated with Norman Regional, Great Plains Regional Medical Center, Stillwater Medical Center and O U Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chance Nichols was last updated on September 3, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 months 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.