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NICHOLAS ANTHONY POPONEA DO
NPI 1538579776
Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine in Phoenix, AZ

Active since April 28, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1930 E THOMAS RD, PHOENIX, AZ 85016(602) 532-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 10, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 10, 2026, Aug 27, 2026, Jul 27, 2026 and 10 more (13 updates tracked since 2016).

About Nicholas Anthony Poponea Do NPPES

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

NICHOLAS ANTHONY POPONEA DO (NPI 1538579776) is an individual critical care medicine provider in Phoenix, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (010622) and active in the NPI registry since April 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 4 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538579776
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0200X
Provider Legal NameNICHOLAS ANTHONY POPONEACredential: DO
Location Address1930 E THOMAS RDPhoenix, AZ 85016-7711
Mailing Address5151 E Broadway Rd Ste 107Mesa, AZ 85206-1346 · (480) 290-7000 · Fax (480) 325-3461
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMichigan State University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateApril 28, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 10, 202613 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 10, 2026
✔ NPI 1538579776 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0200X
Licenses✔ Licensed in AZ · 010622✔ Licensed in WV · 3950✔ Licensed in WI · 73690✔ Licensed in GA · 93087✔ Licensed in TX · T1811
Definition
An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License T1811 (TX), 5101021107 (MI), 010622 (AZ), 3950 (WV)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseTaxonomy 207RP1001X · License 010622 (AZ), 73690 (WI), 3950 (WV), T1811 (TX)
1930 E THOMAS RD, Phoenix, AZ 85016

Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 13269 N Stockton Hill RdKingman, AZ 86409-3619 · Phone (928) 681-8577
Location 2501 Morris StCharleston, WV 25301-1326 · Phone (304) 388-5432
Location 35555 W Thunderbird RdGlendale, AZ 85306-4622 · Phone (602) 865-4717
Location 45151 E Broadway Rd Ste 107Mesa, AZ 85206-1346 · Phone (480) 290-7000 · Fax (480) 325-3461

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1538579776WV

Accepted 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 Anthony Poponea Do 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 ID5092935163
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230919002072, I20260204004597
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

15

Medicare enrollment records show Nicholas Poponea reassigns Medicare billing to 15 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Hospitalist
1930 E THOMAS RD
Phoenix, AZ 85016
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 302 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Care
350 W THOMAS RD
Phoenix, AZ 85013
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 126 clinicians in this Medicare group
Pulmonary Disease
9060 E VIA LINDA STE 250
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 69 clinicians in this Medicare group
Pulmonary Disease
5151 E BROADWAY RD STE 107
Mesa, AZ 85206
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 15 clinicians in this Medicare group
Multi-Specialty
1900 N HIGLEY RD
Gilbert, AZ 85234
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 1,081 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Care Medicine
1010 THREE SPRINGS BLVD
Durango, CO 81301
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Colorado enrollment
  • 285 clinicians in this Medicare group
Family Medicine
520 DOUGLAS BLVD
Tyler, TX 75702
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 2,745 clinicians in this Medicare group
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
900 E BROADWAY AVE
Bismarck, ND 58501
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Dakota enrollment
  • 616 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Acute Care Hospital
500 S OAKWOOD RD
Oshkosh, WI 54904
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 194 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
400 W RIVER WOODS PKWY
Glendale, WI 53212
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 1,343 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 15

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.
278 services136 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
264 services133 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.
82 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.
49 services37 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 services18 patients
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010
This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.
25 services24 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85016 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
$127.71 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $31.92 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.00 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $24.50 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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.

Internal Medicine
1930 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Hospitalist
1930 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Internal Medicine
1930 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Internal Medicine
1930 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Hospitalist
1930 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Emergency Medicine
1930 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
General Acute Care Hospital
1930 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1930 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016

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 Poponea's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Poponea is 1538579776. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 28, 2014.

Where is Nicholas Poponea located?

Nicholas Poponea practices at 1930 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016. The listed phone number is (602) 532-1000.

What is Nicholas Poponea's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Critical Care Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RC0200X.

Is Nicholas Poponea enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicholas Poponea 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 Poponea's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Nicholas Poponea reassigns Medicare benefits to 15 organizations: Arizona Acute Medical Services 1 PC (Phoenix, AZ), St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center (Phoenix, AZ), Arizona Pulmonary Specialists Ltd (Scottsdale, AZ), Pulmonary Associates, PA (Mesa, AZ), Banner Hospital Based Physicians Arizona LLC (Gilbert, AZ) and 10 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Poponea's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Nicholas Poponea accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, CareSource, Cigna HealthCare of Arizona, Inc, Oscar Health and Oscar Health Plan, Inc. and 2 other insurers list Nicholas Poponea 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicholas Poponea was last updated on September 10, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 46 days 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.