STEPHEN L NICHOLS O.D.
NPI 1568459469
Optometrist in Overland Park, KS

Q: What is Stephen Nichols's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Nichols is 1568459469. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 5, 2005.

Q: What is Stephen Nichols's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Nichols was last updated on July 8, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.

Active since October 05, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

85.51/100

CMS Quality Rating

7504 ANTIOCH RD, OVERLAND PARK, KS 66204(913) 341-3100(913) 341-6818 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 04, 2026.

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About Stephen L Nichols O.d. NPPES

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

STEPHEN L NICHOLS O.D. (NPI 1568459469) is an individual optometrist in Overland Park, Kansas, licensed in Kansas (1578-3) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1568459469

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameSTEPHEN L NICHOLSCredential: O.D.

Location Address7504 ANTIOCH RDOverland Park, KS 66204-2622

Mailing AddressPo Box 803861Kansas City, MO 64180-3861 · (913) 341-3100 · Fax (913) 341-6818

Phone(913) 341-3100

Fax(913) 341-6818

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSIllinois College Of Optometry At ChicagoGraduated 1998

Enumeration DateOctober 5, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2008

✔ NPI 1568459469 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers

Taxonomy Code152W00000X

License✔ Licensed in KS · 1578-3

Definition

Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.

7504 ANTIOCH RD, Overland Park, KS 66204

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Other Identifiers 3

Other410045508Railroad Medicare

Medicare UPINU71804

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified225B268KS

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Stephen L Nichols O.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 ID3072696756

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100119000484

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 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 complete exam of visual system 92014

An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.

1,093 services1,039 patients

Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012

This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.

253 services213 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.

119 services108 patients

Imaging of retina 92134

Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.

114 services100 patients

Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083

An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.

113 services111 patients

New patient complete exam of visual system 92004

A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.

97 services97 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 66204 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

$122.41 typical visit price

range $53.00 – $161.67

Typical copayment $30.60 (range $13.25 – $40.41)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$66.40 typical visit price

range $16.88 – $132.11

Typical copayment $16.60 (range $4.22 – $33.02)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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.

85.51/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

51.72

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

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

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