NICOLE HOUDE PA-C
NPI 1689172421
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Charleston, SC

Active since January 26, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
73.46/100
CMS Quality Rating
169 ASHLEY AVE, CHARLESTON, SC 29425(843) 792-4063 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 10, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 10, 2023, Feb 13, 2023 (2 updates tracked since 2023).

About Nicole Houde Pa-c NPPES

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

NICOLE HOUDE PA-C (NPI 1689172421) is an individual rheumatology provider in Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in California (54674) and active in the NPI registry since January 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Musc Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689172421
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X
Provider Legal NameNICOLE HOUDECredential: PA-C
Location Address169 ASHLEY AVECharleston, SC 29425-4360
Mailing Address130 River Landing Dr Unit 4202Daniel Island, SC 29492-7409 · (508) 735-6025
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateJanuary 26, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 10, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 10, 2023
NPI 1689172421 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RR0500X
License Licensed in CA · 54674
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.
Also ListedPhysician AssistantTaxonomy 363A00000X · License 54674 (SC)
169 ASHLEY AVE, Charleston, SC 29425

Accepted 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

Nicole Houde Pa-c 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 ID7214298876
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240220001891
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 2

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 moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
45 services23 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
24 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Musc Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number420004
Location169 Ashley AveCharleston, SC 29425 · Charleston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Anmed Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Anderson, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420027
Location800 N Fant StAnderson, SC 29621 · Anderson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Lancaster, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420036
Location800 W Meeting StLancaster, SC 29720 · Lancaster County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Beaufort County Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Beaufort, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number420067
Location955 Ribaut RdBeaufort, SC 29902 · Beaufort County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29425 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.

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.

73.46/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality46.93
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.

Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)
169 ASHLEY AVE, ROOM, 3SW WING
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Health and Wellness Coach
169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Anesthesiology
169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
169 ASHLEY AVE, ROOM 202 MAIN HOSPITAL MSC333
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Surgery
169 ASHLEY AVE, ROOM 202 MAIN HOSPITAL
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Surgery
169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Surgery
169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425
Internal Medicine
169 ASHLEY AVE
CHARLESTON, SC 29425

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 Nicole Houde's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicole Houde is 1689172421. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 26, 2018.

Where is Nicole Houde located?

Nicole Houde practices at 169 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425. The listed phone number is (843) 792-4063.

What is Nicole Houde's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Is Nicole Houde enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicole Houde 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.

What insurance does Nicole Houde accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, First Choice Next and UnitedHealthcare list Nicole Houde 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.

Is Nicole Houde affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicole Houde is affiliated with Musc Medical Center, Anmed Health, Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center and Beaufort County Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicole Houde was last updated on December 10, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.