NICHOLAS SZWABA D.P.M
NPI 1619322955
Podiatrist - Primary Podiatric Medicine in Wayne, NJ

Q: What is Nicholas Szwaba's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Szwaba is 1619322955. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 24, 2016.

Q: What is Nicholas Szwaba's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Podiatrist, specializing in Primary Podiatric Medicine, with taxonomy code 213EP1101X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicholas Szwaba was last updated on September 8, 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.

Active since April 24, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

75/100

CMS Quality Rating

2020 NJ-23, WAYNE, NJ 07470(917) 903-1532 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 8, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 8, 2023, Mar 11, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Nicholas Szwaba D.p.m NPPES

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

NICHOLAS SZWABA D.P.M (NPI 1619322955) is an individual primary podiatric medicine provider in Wayne, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (25MD00352300) and active in the NPI registry since April 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619322955

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy213EP1101X

Provider Legal NameNICHOLAS SZWABACredential: D.P.M

Location Address2020 NJ-23Wayne, NJ 07470-1901

Mailing Address4243 Richmond AveStaten Island, NY 10312-6221 · (718) 554-4098 · Fax (718) 554-5494

Phone(917) 903-1532

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSNew York College Of Podiatric MedicineGraduated 2016

Enumeration DateApril 24, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 8, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 7, 2023

✔ NPI 1619322955 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 8

★ Primary SpecialtyPodiatrist · Primary Podiatric MedicinePodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers

Taxonomy Code213EP1101X

Licenses✔ Licensed in NJ · 25MD00352300✔ Licensed in NY · 006885

Also ListedPodiatristTaxonomy 213E00000X · License 006885 (NY), 25MD00352300 (NJ)

Also ListedPodiatrist · Public MedicineTaxonomy 213EP0504X · License 25MD00352300 (NJ), 006885 (NY)

Also ListedPodiatrist · RadiologyTaxonomy 213ER0200X · License 25MD00352300 (NJ), 006885 (NY)

Also ListedPodiatrist · Sports MedicineTaxonomy 213ES0000X · License 25MD00352300 (NJ), 006885 (NY)

Also ListedPodiatrist · Foot & Ankle SurgeryTaxonomy 213ES0103X · License 25MD00352300 (NJ), 006885 (NY)

Also ListedPodiatrist · Foot SurgeryTaxonomy 213ES0131X · License 25MD00352300 (NJ), 006885 (NY)

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

2020 NJ-23, Wayne, NJ 07470

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 14243 Richmond AveStaten Island, NY 10312-6221 · Phone (718) 554-4098 · Fax (718) 554-4594

Location 265 Weaver StStaten Island, NY 10312-5405 · Phone (917) 903-1532

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 Szwaba D.p.m 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 ID547506297

PECOS Enrollment IDI20201020002622, I20201216002934

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

Medicare enrollment records show Nicholas Szwaba reassigns Medicare billing to 6 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Personalized Footcare PC

21 mi

Foot & Ankle Surgery

970 N BROADWAY, 308B
Yonkers, NY 10701

Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
6 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1417980459 (914) 423-8000

Eastern Podiatry PLLC

28 mi

Podiatrist

1468 E 10TH ST
Brooklyn, NY 11230

Reassigned Medicare billing, New York and New Jersey enrollments
Also billed through NPI 1235433327 (New Jersey)
10 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1821227299 (718) 972-5000

Tekchand Thakurdial, DPM, P.C.

29 mi

Foot & Ankle Surgery

4243 RICHMOND AVE, 1ST FL
Staten Island, NY 10312

Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
Medicare enrollment name: Tekchand Thakurdial DPM PC
2 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1164780466 (718) 554-4098

Si Ny Podiatry, PC

29 mi

Foot & Ankle Surgery

65 WEAVER ST
Staten Island, NY 10312

Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey and New York enrollments

NPI 1306621727 (917) 903-1532

Podiatry Company LLC

190 mi

Podiatrist

520 GLENBURN AVE
Cambridge, MD 21613

Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
4 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1457931610 (212) 734-6621

Medical Director Services PC

204 mi

Geriatric Medicine

11974 EDGEHILL TERRACE RD
Princess Anne, MD 21853

Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
79 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1871955807 (212) 734-6621

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 23

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.

Removal of fingernails or toenails, 1-5 nails 11720

This procedure involves the careful removal of 1-5 nails from fingers or toes. It's typically done to treat conditions like ingrown nails, fungal infections, or damaged nails. Local anesthesia is used for comfort, and the area heals over time with appropriate care.

2,007 services862 patients

Trimming of fingernails or toenails 11719

Trimming of fingernails or toenails is a simple procedure for maintaining hygiene and preventing nail-related issues. It involves cutting the nails straight across, then smoothing any sharp edges with a file. Regular nail care can help prevent infections and discomfort.

1,900 services824 patients

Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails 11721

This procedure involves the removal of six or more fingernails or toenails. It's typically done to treat severe nail infections, persistent pain, or abnormal nail growth. Local anesthesia is used to minimize discomfort. Healing usually takes a few weeks.

1,595 services894 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

1,030 services765 patients

Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails 11721

779 services642 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.

370 services265 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308

268 services227 patients

Removal of fingernails or toenails, 1-5 nails 11720

242 services222 patients

Trimming of fingernails or toenails 11719

218 services205 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307

120 services92 patients

Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99348

An established patient home visit is a 25-minute appointment where a healthcare provider visits you at your home. This service is for patients who have previously been seen by the provider. It includes a check-up and discussion about your health concerns.

105 services35 patients

Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 1 growth 11055

This procedure involves the removal of a thickened skin growth that is not cancerous. A healthcare professional will safely extract the growth, usually under local anesthesia. This process helps maintain skin health and prevent potential complications.

86 services48 patients

Initial nursing facility care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99304

An initial nursing facility visit is a daily check-up to monitor your health status. This service, lasting typically 25 minutes, involves a nurse assessing your overall wellbeing, discussing concerns, and updating your care plan as needed.

81 services77 patients

Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042

This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.

76 services30 patients

Residence visit for established patient with straightforward medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes 99347

An established patient home visit is a service where a healthcare professional visits your home for a 15-minute check-up. It's designed for patients who have previously seen the professional. The visit may include basic health assessments and discussions about your ongoing care.

64 services31 patients

Shaving of skin growth of scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 0.5 cm or less 11305

This is a procedure where a small skin growth on the scalp, neck, hands, or feet, measuring 0.5 cm or less, is carefully removed. The process involves shaving off the growth layer by layer to ensure complete removal. It's a safe and common practice.

57 services17 patients

Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths 11056

This procedure involves the safe removal of 2-4 noncancerous thickened skin growths. It's typically done under local anesthesia. The process helps to alleviate discomfort and prevent potential complications. It's a standard, low-risk procedure.

52 services28 patients

Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number G0127

Trimming of dystrophic nails involves the careful cutting and shaping of thickened or deformed nails. This is often required when nails are affected by conditions such as fungus or psoriasis. The procedure helps to reduce discomfort and improve nail health.

48 services27 patients

Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths 11056

39 services19 patients

Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042

38 services26 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.

32 services16 patients

Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 1 growth 11055

20 services14 patients

Residence visit for new patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99342

A new patient home visit is a 30-minute appointment where a healthcare provider comes to your home to assess your health needs. This can include discussing your medical history, current conditions, and treatment plans. It's a convenient way to receive care in your own environment.

14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Staten Island University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Staten Island, NY

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number330160

Location475 Seaview AvenueStaten Island, NY 10305 · Richmond County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

75/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

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 Szwaba's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Szwaba is 1619322955. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 24, 2016.

Where is Nicholas Szwaba located?

Nicholas Szwaba practices at 2020 Nj-23, Wayne, NJ 07470. The listed phone number is (917) 903-1532.

What is Nicholas Szwaba's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Podiatrist, specializing in Primary Podiatric Medicine, with taxonomy code 213EP1101X.

Is Nicholas Szwaba enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicholas Szwaba 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 Szwaba's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Nicholas Szwaba reassigns Medicare benefits to 6 organizations: Personalized Footcare PC (Yonkers, NY), Eastern Podiatry PLLC (Brooklyn, NY), Tekchand Thakurdial, DPM, P.C. (Staten Island, NY), Si Ny Podiatry, PC (Staten Island, NY), Podiatry Company LLC (Cambridge, MD) and 1 more organization, 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 Szwaba's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Nicholas Szwaba affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicholas Szwaba is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicholas Szwaba was last updated on September 8, 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.