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MELANIE GAIL NICHOLS FNP-C
NPI 1548804552
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Columbus, IN

Active since November 01, 2019PECOS Enrolled
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
3060 NATIONAL ROAD, COLUMBUS, IN 47201(812) 314-7955 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 24, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 24, 2020, Nov 1, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Melanie Gail Nichols Fnp-c NPPES

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

MELANIE GAIL NICHOLS FNP-C (NPI 1548804552) is an individual family provider in Columbus, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (71009708A) and active in the NPI registry since November 2019. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1548804552
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMELANIE GAIL NICHOLSCredential: FNP-C
Location Address3060 NATIONAL ROADColumbus, IN 47201-2200
Mailing Address2620 Elm Hill PikeNashville, TN 37214-3108
Phone(812) 314-7955
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateNovember 1, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 24, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1548804552 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in IN · 71009708A
3060 NATIONAL ROAD, Columbus, IN 47201
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Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Melanie Gail Nichols Fnp-c is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Melanie Nichols reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Southern Indiana Ent, LLC
4.2 mi
Otolaryngology
1655 N GLADSTONE AVE, SUITE E
Columbus, IN 47201
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 18 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1013030618 (812) 376-3071
Little Clinic Of In LLC
59 mi
Family
815 HIGHLANDER POINT DR
Floyds Knobs, IN 47119
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 165 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1558791384 (812) 923-7146

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 5

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 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.
106 services98 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.
26 services26 patients
Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test 92557
A comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test assesses your ability to hear and understand spoken words. It includes hearing tests to check for issues with sound perception and speech tests to evaluate your word recognition. It's a crucial step in identifying any hearing or speech problems.
13 services13 patients
Removal of impacted ear wax 69210
Impacted ear wax removal is a safe procedure to clear blockages in the ear canal caused by hardened ear wax. A healthcare professional uses specialized tools or a gentle irrigation method to loosen and remove the wax, improving hearing and alleviating discomfort.
12 services12 patients
Test to assess middle ear function 92567
A test to assess middle ear function, also known as an impedance audiometry, helps evaluate how well your middle ear works. It measures the movement of your eardrum in response to changes in air pressure. This can help identify issues like fluid build-up, ear infections, or eardrum perforations.
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 47201 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
$82.04 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $20.51 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.22 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $23.55 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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.

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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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 Melanie Nichols's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melanie Nichols is 1548804552. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 1, 2019.

Where is Melanie Nichols located?

Melanie Nichols practices at 3060 National Road, Columbus, IN 47201. The listed phone number is (812) 314-7955.

What is Melanie Nichols's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Melanie Nichols enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melanie Nichols is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Melanie Nichols's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Melanie Nichols reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Southern Indiana Ent, LLC (Columbus, IN) and Little Clinic Of In LLC (Floyds Knobs, IN). 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 Melanie Nichols's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Melanie Nichols accept?

Health plans from CareSource list Melanie Nichols 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 Melanie Nichols was last updated on January 24, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.