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ROBERT E NIXON M.D.
NPI 1447226329
Surgery in Dartmouth, MA

Active since February 28, 2006PECOS Enrolled
535 FAUNCE CORNER RD, DARTMOUTH, MA 02747(508) 996-3991 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 24, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Robert E Nixon M.d. NPPES

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

ROBERT E NIXON M.D. (NPI 1447226329) is an individual surgery provider in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (79373) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Saint Anne's Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in North Dartmouth.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447226329
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameROBERT E NIXONCredential: M.D.
Location Address535 FAUNCE CORNER RDDartmouth, MA 02747-1242
Mailing Address535 Faunce Corner RdDartmouth, MA 02747-1242 · (508) 996-3991
Phone(508) 996-3991
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSAlbany Medical College Of Union UniversityGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateFebruary 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 24, 2023
NPPES CertifiedApril 24, 2023
✔ NPI 1447226329 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 79373
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
535 FAUNCE CORNER RD, Dartmouth, MA 02747
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1535 Faunce Corner RoadNorth Dartmouth, MA 02747-3717 · Phone (508) 996-3991

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid3127915MA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Taro Health.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Robert E Nixon M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID7416990155
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050603000734
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 Robert Nixon reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Steward Medical Group, Inc
Same address
Internal Medicine
535 FAUNCE CORNER RD
Dartmouth, MA 02747
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 241 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1821349317 (617) 419-4700
Lifespan Physician Group Of Massachusetts Inc
21 mi
Family Medicine
2007 BAY ST
Taunton, MA 02780
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 547 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1235957713 (774) 409-2009

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 9

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
105 services105 patients
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.
75 services65 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
50 services29 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.
38 services33 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
31 services30 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
25 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Saint Anne's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fall River, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number220020
Location795 Middle StreetFall River, MA 02721 · Bristol County
Emergency services

Southcoast Hospitals Group

Acute Care Hospitals · Fall River, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220074
Location363 Highland AvenueFall River, MA 02720 · Bristol County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02747 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
$90.70 typical visit price
range $58.86 – $177.36
Typical copayment $22.67 (range $14.71 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$73.22 typical visit price
range $19.11 – $144.84
Typical copayment $18.30 (range $4.77 – $36.21)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
84%236 patients4/55-star benchmark: 92%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
76%487 patients4/55-star benchmark: 85%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%1,564 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
98%208 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were screened for future fall risk during the measurement period
59%328 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
16%601 patients1/55-star benchmark: 88%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
100%838 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
80%1,090 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
71%329 patients4/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
87%967 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 99% · 162 patients
94%162 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
83%1,090 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
78%1,090 patients4/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
40%1,090 patients
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.

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.

JACK A HOWARD MD
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
535 FAUNCE CORNER RD
DARTMOUTH, MA 02747
Bristol County (508) 996-3991
SOUTH COAST ORTHOPEDIC TECHNOLOGY
Prosthetic/Orthotic Supplier
535 FAUNCE CORNER RD, SUITE 201
N DARTMOUTH, MA 02747
Bristol County (508) 998-7268
DR. MARIA PACHECO RUMSEY MD
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
535 FAUNCE CORNER RD
DARTMOUTH, MA 02747
Bristol County (508) 996-3991
EILEEN PHANEUF C.C.C.-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
535 FAUNCE CORNER RD
DARTMOUTH, MA 02747
Bristol County (508) 996-3991
JENNIFER SADECK
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
535 FAUNCE CORNER RD
DARTMOUTH, MA 02747
Bristol County (508) 996-3991
FRANCINE MITCHELL AUD
Audiologist
535 FAUNCE CORNER RD
DARTMOUTH, MA 02747
Bristol County (508) 996-3991
STEPHEN LEIGHTON KEITH M.D.
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
535 FAUNCE CORNER RD
DARTMOUTH, MA 02747
Bristol County (508) 996-3991
HEATHER DUFOUR FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
535 FAUNCE CORNER RD
DARTMOUTH, MA 02747
Bristol County (508) 996-3991

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 Robert Nixon's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Nixon is 1447226329. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 28, 2006.

Where is Robert Nixon located?

Robert Nixon practices at 535 Faunce Corner Rd, Dartmouth, MA 02747. The listed phone number is (508) 996-3991.

What is Robert Nixon's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Robert Nixon enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Nixon is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Robert Nixon's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Robert Nixon reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Steward Medical Group, Inc (Dartmouth, MA) and Lifespan Physician Group Of Massachusetts Inc (Taunton, MA). 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 Robert Nixon's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Robert Nixon accept?

Health plans from Taro Health list Robert Nixon 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 Robert Nixon affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Robert Nixon is affiliated with Saint Anne's Hospital and Southcoast Hospitals Group.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Nixon was last updated on April 24, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.