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NICHOLAS JAMES KATCHER MD
NPI 1497283329
Family Medicine in Saginaw, MI

Active since May 23, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5421 COLONY DR N, SAGINAW, MI 48638(989) 746-7500 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 27, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 21, 2022, Apr 1, 2021, Feb 15, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

About Nicholas James Katcher Md NPPES

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

NICHOLAS JAMES KATCHER MD (NPI 1497283329) is an individual family medicine provider in Saginaw, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301502572) and active in the NPI registry since May 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Covenant Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Saginaw.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497283329
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameNICHOLAS JAMES KATCHERCredential: MD
Location Address5421 COLONY DR NSaginaw, MI 48638-7128
Mailing Address1000 Houghton AveSaginaw, MI 48602-5303 · (989) 746-7500 · Fax (989) 746-7658
Phone(989) 746-7500
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateMay 23, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 27, 20235 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 27, 2023
✔ NPI 1497283329 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in MI · 4301502572
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.
Also ListedPediatricsTaxonomy 208000000X · License 4301502572 (MI)
5421 COLONY DR N, Saginaw, MI 48638
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11575 Concentric Blvd Ste 1Saginaw, MI 48604-9312 · Phone (989) 746-7500

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.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

Nicholas James Katcher 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 ID6204109507
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200608000133
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 Nicholas Katcher reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Covenant Medical Center, Inc.
1.4 mi
Urgent Care
5570 STATE ST
Saginaw, MI 48603
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
  • 720 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1831244466 (989) 583-0100
Saginaw Cooperative Hospitals, Inc
3.2 mi
Psychiatry
3201 HALLMARK CT
Saginaw, MI 48603
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
  • 194 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1104106962 (989) 746-7500

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 11

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.
95 services54 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.
80 services64 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.
55 services55 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.
43 services19 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.
38 services25 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.
28 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Covenant Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Saginaw, MI
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230070
Location1447 N HarrisonSaginaw, MI 48602 · Saginaw County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 48638 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 2

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

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers13 claims13 services$35.71 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers12 claims68 services$2.05 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 3

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

DR. LAWRENCE LEE LALONDE M.D.
Family Medicine
5421 COLONY DR N
SAGINAW, MI 48638
Saginaw County (989) 790-3141
ERIK COLEGROVE
Family Medicine
5421 COLONY DR N
SAGINAW, MI 48638
Saginaw County (989) 746-7500
LAWRENCE L. LALONDE, M. D. P. C.
Family Medicine
5421 COLONY DR N
SAGINAW, MI 48638
Saginaw County (989) 790-3141

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 Katcher's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Katcher is 1497283329. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 23, 2017.

Where is Nicholas Katcher located?

Nicholas Katcher practices at 5421 Colony Dr N, Saginaw, MI 48638. The listed phone number is (989) 746-7500.

What is Nicholas Katcher's specialty?

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

Is Nicholas Katcher enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicholas Katcher 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 Nicholas Katcher's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Nicholas Katcher reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Covenant Medical Center, Inc. (Saginaw, MI) and Saginaw Cooperative Hospitals, Inc (Saginaw, MI). 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 Nicholas Katcher's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Nicholas Katcher accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Blue Care Network of Michigan and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company and 1 other insurer list Nicholas Katcher 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 Katcher affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicholas Katcher is affiliated with Covenant Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicholas Katcher was last updated on September 27, 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.