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DR. JEFFREY N. NICHOLS M.D.
NPI 1457562225
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in New York, NY

Active since May 24, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
542 E 5TH ST, NEW YORK, NY 10009(212) 358-6255(212) 358-6269 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 11, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Jeffrey N. Nichols M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JEFFREY N. NICHOLS M.D. (NPI 1457562225) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in New York, New York, licensed in New York (131897-1) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University (1976).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457562225
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameDR. JEFFREY N. NICHOLSCredential: M.D.
Location Address542 E 5TH STNew York, NY 10009-6531
Mailing Address542 E 5th StNew York, NY 10009-6531 · (212) 358-6255 · Fax (212) 358-6269
Phone(212) 358-6255
Fax(212) 358-6269
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSJs Weill Medical College, Cornell UniversityGraduated 1976
Enumeration DateMay 24, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 11, 2025
✔ NPI 1457562225 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 131897-1
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Geriatric MedicineTaxonomy 207RG0300X · License 131897-1 (NY)
542 E 5TH ST, New York, NY 10009
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00510178NY

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

Dr. Jeffrey N. 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 ID5496725681
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040727000430
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.

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.
88 services49 patients
Blood test, basic group of blood chemicals (calcium, total) 80048
A basic group blood test measures the levels of certain chemicals in your blood, including calcium. This helps assess your overall health and detect potential problems. The procedure involves drawing a small amount of blood from your arm, which is then analyzed in a lab.
61 services35 patients
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) 80061
A lipid panel is a blood test that measures fats and fatty substances, such as cholesterol and triglycerides. These substances are used by your body as a source of energy. High levels can lead to health issues, including heart disease.
45 services30 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
37 services19 patients
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test 85027
A complete blood cell count (CBC) is an automated test that measures different components of the blood, including red cells, white cells, and platelets. It helps assess overall health, detect disorders like anemia or infection, and monitor medical treatments.
27 services21 patients
Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh) 84443
A TSH blood test measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone in your body. This hormone is produced by the pituitary gland and regulates how your thyroid works. It's a simple procedure where a small amount of blood is drawn from your arm for analysis.
19 services14 patients

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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
5 suppliers30 claims64 services$4.94 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
3 suppliers23 claims23 services$0.79 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Jeffrey Nichols's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jeffrey Nichols is 1457562225. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 24, 2007.

Where is Jeffrey Nichols located?

Jeffrey Nichols practices at 542 E 5th St, New York, NY 10009. The listed phone number is (212) 358-6255.

What is Jeffrey Nichols's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Jeffrey Nichols enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jeffrey 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jeffrey Nichols was last updated on September 11, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.