DR. CHARLES A. NICHOLSON III M.D.
NPI 1669400560
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Greenville, SC

Active since June 29, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1 SAINT FRANCIS DR, LABORATORY - ST FRANCIS DOWNTOWN, GREENVILLE, SC 29601(864) 255-1048(864) 255-1664 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 18, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Charles A. Nicholson Iii M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHARLES A. NICHOLSON III M.D. (NPI 1669400560) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Greenville, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (31283) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Francis-downtown, and is a graduate of University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669400560
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHARLES A. NICHOLSON IIICredential: M.D.
Location Address1 SAINT FRANCIS DR, LABORATORY - ST FRANCIS DOWNTOWNGreenville, SC 29601-3955
Mailing AddressPo Box 96782Charlotte, NC 28296-6782 · (704) 973-5500
Fax(864) 255-1664
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Oklahoma College Of MedicineGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateJune 29, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 18, 2024
NPPES CertifiedNovember 18, 2024
NPI 1669400560 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
Licenses Licensed in SC · 31283 Licensed in NC · 2006-00775
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
1 SAINT FRANCIS DR, Greenville, SC 29601

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

Dr. Charles A. Nicholson Iii 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 ID3577569664
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140728001233
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 3

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
27 services16 patients
Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique 88112
Cell examination of a specimen using selective cellular enhancement technique is a lab process that improves the visibility of certain cells in a sample. It helps in identifying abnormalities or diseases. The process is non-invasive, safe, and aids in accurate diagnosis.
22 services19 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, limited examination 88300
A pathology examination of tissue using a microscope is a procedure where a small sample of your tissue is observed under a microscope. This limited examination helps identify any abnormal cells or signs of disease, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
15 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Francis-Downtown

Acute Care Hospitals · Greenville, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420023
LocationOne St Francis DrGreenville, SC 29601 · Greenville County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29601 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
$124.04 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $23.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
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.

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 SAINT FRANCIS DR
GREENVILLE, SC 29601
Anesthesiology
1 SAINT FRANCIS DR
GREENVILLE, SC 29601
Specialist/Technologist, Other (Surgical Assistant)
1 SAINT FRANCIS DR
GREENVILLE, SC 29601
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
1 SAINT FRANCIS DR
GREENVILLE, SC 29601
Family Medicine
1 SAINT FRANCIS DR
GREENVILLE, SC 29601
Anesthesiology
1 SAINT FRANCIS DR
GREENVILLE, SC 29601
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1 SAINT FRANCIS DR
GREENVILLE, SC 29601
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 SAINT FRANCIS DR
GREENVILLE, SC 29601

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 Charles Nicholson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Nicholson is 1669400560. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 29, 2006.

Where is Charles Nicholson located?

Charles Nicholson practices at 1 Saint Francis Dr Laboratory - St Francis Downtown, Greenville, SC 29601. The listed phone number is (864) 255-1048.

What is Charles Nicholson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Charles Nicholson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles Nicholson 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.

Is Charles Nicholson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Charles Nicholson is affiliated with St Francis-Downtown.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Charles Nicholson was last updated on November 18, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 months 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.