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DR. MICHAEL JOSEPH NISCO M.D.
NPI 1538159124
Family Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Orange, CA

Active since October 25, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
101 THE CITY DR S, ORANGE, CA 92868(714) 456-8888 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 30, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 9, 2023, Oct 30, 2023, Mar 11, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Michael Joseph Nisco M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MICHAEL JOSEPH NISCO M.D. (NPI 1538159124) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Orange, California, licensed in California (A55139) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, Irvine, California College Of Medicine (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538159124
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207QH0002X
Provider Legal NameDR. MICHAEL JOSEPH NISCOCredential: M.D.
Location Address101 THE CITY DR SOrange, CA 92868-3201
Mailing Address529 E Chesapeake CirFresno, CA 93730-0740 · (559) 303-3666
Phone(714) 456-8888
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, Irvine, California College Of MedicineGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateOctober 25, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 30, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 29, 2022
✔ NPI 1538159124 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207QH0002X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A55139
Definition
A family 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.
101 THE CITY DR S, Orange, CA 92868
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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. Michael Joseph Nisco 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 ID244200418
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051004001131
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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
308 services133 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
108 services76 patients
Advance care planning, each additional 30 minutes 99498
Advance care planning involves discussing and documenting your future health care preferences in case you're unable to make decisions for yourself. Each additional 30 minutes allows more time to explore your wishes, values, and goals for treatment.
103 services46 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
85 services82 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.
51 services35 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.
37 services28 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92868 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
$96.36 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$109.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

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. ANKIT BHUPENDRA PATEL D.O.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
101 THE CITY DR S
ORANGE, CA 92868
Orange County (714) 456-5113
DR. LAURA CATHERINE SKOCZYLAS MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
101 THE CITY DR S, BUILDING 56, DEPARTMENT OF OB/GYN
ORANGE, CA 92868
Orange County (714) 456-8224
MICHAEL CHENG DO
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
101 THE CITY DR S
ORANGE, CA 92868
Orange County (714) 456-7110
AESTHETIC AND PLASTIC SURGERY INSTITUTE
Plastic Surgery
101 THE CITY DR S
ORANGE, CA 92868
Orange County (714) 456-2986
JOSEPH VILLARREAL M.D.
Emergency Medicine
101 THE CITY DR S, BUILDING 1A, ROOM 1009
ORANGE, CA 92868
Orange County (714) 456-5239
DEMI TRAN
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
101 THE CITY DR S, CITY TOWER, SUITE 400
ORANGE, CA 92868
Orange County (171) 456-6693
DR. ISABEL CARLTON CLARK M.D.
Surgery (Trauma Surgery)
101 THE CITY DR S
ORANGE, CA 92868
Orange County (714) 456-7890
DYLAN LUKATO
Emergency Medicine
101 THE CITY DR S
ORANGE, CA 92868
Orange County (415) 218-8041

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 Michael Nisco's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Nisco is 1538159124. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 25, 2005.

Where is Michael Nisco located?

Michael Nisco practices at 101 The City Dr S, Orange, CA 92868. The listed phone number is (714) 456-8888.

What is Michael Nisco's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QH0002X.

Is Michael Nisco enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Nisco 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 Michael Nisco was last updated on October 30, 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.