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CHARLES NICHOLS MD
NPI 1669583290
Ophthalmology in Philadelphia, PA

Active since August 31, 2006PECOS Enrolled
85.48/100
CMS Quality Rating
3400 SPRUCE ST, 2 GATES BUILDING, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104(215) 662-3203 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 15, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Charles Nichols Md NPPES

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

CHARLES NICHOLS MD (NPI 1669583290) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD008242E) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669583290
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameCHARLES NICHOLSCredential: MD
Location Address3400 SPRUCE ST, 2 GATES BUILDINGPhiladelphia, PA 19104-4206
Mailing Address3400 Spruce St, 2 Gates BuildingPhiladelphia, PA 19104-4206
Phone(215) 662-3203
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 15, 2011
✔ NPI 1669583290 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD008242E
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
3400 SPRUCE ST, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid000650453PA
Medicare UPINC28112PA
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified032349PA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Charles Nichols Md 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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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.
165 services162 patients
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.
89 services89 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
24 services24 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.
16 services16 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.
15 services14 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.
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 19104 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
$137.17 typical visit price
range $59.88 – $180.99
Typical copayment $34.29 (range $14.97 – $45.24)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$74.47 typical visit price
range $19.30 – $147.29
Typical copayment $18.61 (range $4.82 – $36.82)
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.

85.48/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.6
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

ELIZABETH FOGLIA MD
Pediatrics
3400 SPRUCE ST, 8 RAVDIN
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-3228
JOEL M STEIN MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
3400 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-3005
PRISCILLA NELSON M.D.
Anesthesiology
3400 SPRUCE ST, 6 DULLES
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 349-8310
DR. JASON THOMAS ACKRIVO MD
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
3400 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 614-0871
JEAN-PHILIPPE RICHARD DMD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
3400 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-6176
LEAH M LOPEZ PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
3400 SPRUCE ST, 4 SILVERSTEIN
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-7870
MONIQUE LORRAINE ROBERTS SALAHUB
Anesthesiology (Critical Care Medicine)
3400 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-4000
JOANIE M GARRATT MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
3400 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-3000

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 Nichols's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Nichols is 1669583290. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2006.

Where is Charles Nichols located?

Charles Nichols practices at 3400 Spruce St 2 Gates Building, Philadelphia, PA 19104. The listed phone number is (215) 662-3203.

What is Charles Nichols's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Charles Nichols enrolled in Medicare?

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

What insurance does Charles Nichols accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan list Charles 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 Charles Nichols was last updated on March 15, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.