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MRS. NICOLE LOUISE LOPEZ FNP-C
NPI 1396373551
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Highland, IN

Active since March 31, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
8437 KENNEDY AVE, HIGHLAND, IN 46322(219) 237-2079 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 4, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 4, 2025, Mar 31, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Mrs. Nicole Louise Lopez Fnp-c NPPES

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

MRS. NICOLE LOUISE LOPEZ FNP-C (NPI 1396373551) is an individual family provider in Highland, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (F02200607) and active in the NPI registry since March 2020. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Catherine Hospital Inc, and is a graduate of Other (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396373551
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. NICOLE LOUISE LOPEZCredential: FNP-C
Location Address8437 KENNEDY AVEHighland, IN 46322-1140
Mailing AddressPo Box 365Schererville, IN 46375-0365
Phone(219) 237-2079
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 4, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 4, 2025
✔ NPI 1396373551 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in IN · F02200607
Also ListedNurse PractitionerTaxonomy 363L00000X · License F02200607 (IN)
8437 KENNEDY AVE, Highland, IN 46322
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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

Mrs. Nicole Louise Lopez Fnp-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.

PECOS PAC ID3476983438
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200415003214
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 7

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 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.
86 services63 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
44 services39 patients
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.
41 services36 patients
Detection test by immunoassay technique for influenza virus 87400
An immunoassay test for influenza virus is a procedure that identifies the presence of the flu virus in your body. It uses your body's immune response to detect specific proteins (antigens) associated with the virus. This helps in early and accurate diagnosis of influenza.
23 services12 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
22 services20 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
22 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

St Catherine Hospital Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · East Chicago, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150008
Location4321 Fir StreetEast Chicago, IN 46312 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Mary Medical Center Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Hobart, IN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150034
Location1500 S Lake Park AveHobart, IN 46342 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Munster, IN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150125
Location901 Macarthur BlvdMunster, IN 46321 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Franciscan Health Munster

Acute Care Hospitals · Munster, IN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150165
Location701 Superior AveMunster, IN 46321 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46322 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
$82.04 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $20.51 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.22 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $23.55 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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.

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
51%203 patients3/55-star benchmark: 93%
Cervical Cancer Screening
24%569 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
8%650 patients1/55-star benchmark: 87%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
25%421 patients2/55-star benchmark: 88%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
67%287 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
0%141 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
67%141 patients2/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
97%1,776 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
98%3,726 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
57%153 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
28%1,056 patients2/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
20%1,146 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
34%1,163 patients3/55-star benchmark: 61%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 30% · 836 patients
Patients screened: 33% · 836 patients
26%31 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
44%1,381 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease
68%202 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 1% · 164 patients
Patients totalRate: 18% · 164 patients
18%164 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$3.49 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 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

TRUCARE MEDICAL CENTER
Pediatrics
8437 KENNEDY AVE
HIGHLAND, IN 46322
Lake County (219) 662-3931
ST. MARGARET MERCY HEALTHCARE CENTERS, INC
Family Medicine
8437 KENNEDY AVE
HIGHLAND, IN 46322
Lake County (219) 852-1521

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 Nicole Lopez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicole Lopez is 1396373551. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2020.

Where is Nicole Lopez located?

Nicole Lopez practices at 8437 Kennedy Ave, Highland, IN 46322. The listed phone number is (219) 237-2079.

What is Nicole Lopez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Nicole Lopez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicole Lopez 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 Nicole Lopez affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicole Lopez is affiliated with St Catherine Hospital Inc, St Mary Medical Center Inc, Community Hospital and Franciscan Health Munster.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicole Lopez was last updated on February 4, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.