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DR. NICHOLAS PAPADEA MD
NPI 1740773720
Anesthesiology in Columbia, SC

Active since June 13, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2435 FOREST DR, COLUMBIA, SC 29204(803) 256-5300 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 20, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 15, 2022, Jun 13, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Nicholas Papadea Md NPPES

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

DR. NICHOLAS PAPADEA MD (NPI 1740773720) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (52660) and active in the NPI registry since June 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740773720
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. NICHOLAS PAPADEACredential: MD
Location Address2435 FOREST DRColumbia, SC 29204-2026
Mailing AddressPo Box 23321New York, NY 10087-4321
Phone(803) 256-5300
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Carolina School Of MedicineGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateJune 13, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 20, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 20, 2023
✔ NPI 1740773720 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 52660
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
2435 FOREST DR, Columbia, SC 29204
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1169 Ashley Ave Rm 202Charleston, SC 29425-8905 · Phone (843) 792-2437
Location 27 Independence Pt Ste 300Greenville, SC 29615-4569 · Phone (864) 522-3700 · Fax (864) 522-3705

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina.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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Nicholas Papadea Md 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 ID446503221
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220801003319
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 4

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.

Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142
Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.
19 services19 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 64415
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.
17 services17 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
16 services15 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420026
Location2435 Forest DriveColumbia, SC 29204 · Richland County
Emergency services

Kershawhealth

Acute Care Hospitals · Camden, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420048
Location1315 Roberts StreetCamden, SC 29020 · Kershaw County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

PROVIDENCE HOSPITAL, LLC
General Acute Care Hospital
2435 FOREST DR
COLUMBIA, SC 29204
Richland County (803) 256-5300
DIANNE JENKINS
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2435 FOREST DR, 7TH FLOOR
COLUMBIA, SC 29204
Richland County (803) 454-2613
ERIK MYHRER MD
Emergency Medicine
2435 FOREST DR
COLUMBIA, SC 29204
Richland County (803) 256-5300
JOSEPH SELIG MORSE FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner
2435 FOREST DR
COLUMBIA, SC 29204
Richland County (864) 314-9027
HOLLY GORDON KEELS RRT
Respiratory Therapist, Registered
2435 FOREST DR
COLUMBIA, SC 29204
Richland County (803) 256-5300
PROVIDENCE PHYSICIAN PRACTICES LLC
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
2435 FOREST DR
COLUMBIA, SC 29204
Richland County (803) 256-5300
MRS. SMITA PATEL CST
Specialist/Technologist, Other (Surgical Assistant)
2435 FOREST DR
COLUMBIA, SC 29204
Richland County (803) 638-1399
MS. MARYANNE SHULTZ
Pharmacy Technician
2435 FOREST DR
COLUMBIA, SC 29204
Richland County (803) 256-5382

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 Papadea's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Papadea is 1740773720. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 13, 2018.

Where is Nicholas Papadea located?

Nicholas Papadea practices at 2435 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29204. The listed phone number is (803) 256-5300.

What is Nicholas Papadea's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Nicholas Papadea enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicholas Papadea 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 Nicholas Papadea accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care and Ambetter of North Carolina list Nicholas Papadea 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 Nicholas Papadea affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicholas Papadea is affiliated with Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown and Kershawhealth.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicholas Papadea was last updated on December 20, 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.