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NICHOLAS E SWARD MD
NPI 1447220918
Family Medicine in Kalamazoo, MI

Active since January 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
601 JOHN ST, STE M020, KALAMAZOO, MI 49007(269) 341-8282(269) 341-5258 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 27, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Nicholas E Sward Md NPPES

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

NICHOLAS E SWARD MD (NPI 1447220918) is an individual family medicine provider in Kalamazoo, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301069674) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, and is a graduate of Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447220918
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameNICHOLAS E SWARDCredential: MD
Location Address601 JOHN ST, STE M020Kalamazoo, MI 49007-5341
Mailing Address601 John St, Suite M020Kalamazoo, MI 49007-5341 · (269) 341-8282 · Fax (269) 341-5258
Phone(269) 341-8282
Fax(269) 341-5258
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMichigan State University College Of Human MedicineGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateJanuary 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 27, 2023
NPPES CertifiedOctober 12, 2020
✔ NPI 1447220918 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in MI · 4301069674
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
601 JOHN ST, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid4194118MI
OtherCA4396MI · Railroad Medicare

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Priority Health and more.Insurance ›

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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Nicholas E Sward Md 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 ID1254350705
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051115000217
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 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.
231 services110 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
79 services79 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
43 services27 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.
24 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Bronson Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kalamazoo, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230017
Location601 John StreetKalamazoo, MI 49007 · Kalamazoo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Bronson Battle Creek Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Battle Creek, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number230075
Location300 North AvenueBattle Creek, MI 49017 · Calhoun County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Bronson Lakeview Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Paw Paw, MI
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number231332
Location408 Hazen StreetPaw Paw, MI 49079 · Van Buren County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 49007 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
$84.74 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.68
Typical copayment $21.18 (range $13.58 – $41.67)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.09 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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 3

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
7 suppliers27 claims54 services$6.04 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
5 suppliers12 claims12 services$0.98 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers13 claims13 services$72.56 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.

DR. AMANDA KEATING WALKER D.O.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
601 JOHN ST, SUITE N1200
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007
Kalamazoo County (269) 341-7979
ANDREW W. WALKER MD
Emergency Medicine
601 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007
Kalamazoo County (847) 404-6853
JUSTINE MELODIE OUDSEMA PA-C
Physician Assistant
601 JOHN ST, BOX 74
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007
Kalamazoo County (269) 341-8481
OCHUKO ANDREW OGHOR CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
601 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007
Kalamazoo County (239) 341-7654
MARK J TIESZEN MD
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
601 JOHN ST, SUITE M-510
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007
Kalamazoo County (269) 341-7762
DR. ERIC S SHAY M.D.
Internal Medicine
601 JOHN ST, SUITE M-170
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007
Kalamazoo County (269) 381-5060
EVGENIIA MORLEY RD
Dietitian, Registered
601 JOHN ST
KALAMAROO, MI 49007
Kalamazoo County (269) 341-6615
SELECT HOSPITALISTS, PLLC
Internal Medicine
601 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49007
Kalamazoo County (269) 341-7100

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 Nicholas Sward's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Sward is 1447220918. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 25, 2006.

Where is Nicholas Sward located?

Nicholas Sward practices at 601 John St Ste M020, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. The listed phone number is (269) 341-8282.

What is Nicholas Sward's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Nicholas Sward enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicholas Sward 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 Nicholas Sward accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Priority Health and UnitedHealthcare list Nicholas Sward 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 Nicholas Sward affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicholas Sward is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, Bronson Battle Creek Hospital and Bronson Lakeview Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicholas Sward was last updated on November 27, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.