DR. SANDRA W NICHOLS PHD, APRN, PMHNP-BC,
NPI 1770749202
Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric/Mental Health in Virginia Beach, VA

Active since August 04, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4360 SHORE DR STE 101, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23455(757) 251-0879(984) 220-9437 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 16, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 16, 2026, Feb 8, 2022, May 18, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Sandra W Nichols Phd, Aprn, Pmhnp-bc, NPPES

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

DR. SANDRA W NICHOLS PHD, APRN, PMHNP-BC, (NPI 1770749202) is an individual psychiatric/mental health provider in Virginia Beach, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0024171054) and active in the NPI registry since August 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770749202
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LP0808X
Provider Legal NameDR. SANDRA W NICHOLSCredential: PHD, APRN, PMHNP-BC,
Location Address4360 SHORE DR STE 101Virginia Beach, VA 23455-2994
Mailing Address4360 Shore Dr Ste 101Virginia Beach, VA 23455-2994 · (757) 251-0879 · Fax (984) 220-9437
Fax(984) 220-9437
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateAugust 4, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 16, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 16, 2026
✔ NPI 1770749202 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · Psychiatric/Mental HealthPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LP0808X
Licenses✔ Licensed in VA · 0024171054✔ Licensed in NC · 5012159✔ Licensed in AZ · AP10570✔ Licensed in FL · 9241995✔ Licensed in GA · 184239
Also ListedNurse PractitionerTaxonomy 363L00000X · License AP10570 (AZ), A004963 (AR), 21255 (TN)
Also ListedNurse Practitioner · FamilyTaxonomy 363LF0000X · License 0024171054 (VA), ARNP9241995 (FL), 184239 (GA)
4360 SHORE DR STE 101, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Sandra L Walker Fnp-bc

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11611 E Joy Ln Ste 1Fort Mohave, AZ 86426-8807 · Phone (757) 251-0879 · Fax (984) 220-9437
Location 2857 E PARK AVETALLAHASSEE, FL 32301-2620 · Phone (757) 251-0879 · Fax (984) 220-9437

Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. Sandra W Nichols Phd, Aprn, Pmhnp-bc, 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 ID547304412
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100216000148, I20171106003241, I20190826001851, I20200330002712
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

9

Medicare enrollment records show Sandra Nichols reassigns Medicare billing to 9 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Psychiatric/Mental Health
4360 SHORE DR STE 101
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona, Florida, North Carolina and Virginia enrollments
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
Geriatric Medicine
6160 KEMPSVILLE CIR STE 325A
Norfolk, VA 23502
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 214 clinicians in this Medicare group
Geriatric Medicine
6160 KEMPSVILLE CIR STE 325A
Norfolk, VA 23502
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 207 clinicians in this Medicare group
Psychiatry
596 LYNNHAVEN PKWY STE 100
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 16 clinicians in this Medicare group
Family Medicine
727 25TH ST
Newport News, VA 23607
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Riverside Physician Services Inc
  • 1,097 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
45 PLATEAU ST
Bryson City, NC 28713
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 24 clinicians in this Medicare group
Nurse Practitioner
1607 S LOCUST AVE
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
  • 86 clinicians in this Medicare group
Rural Health
625 N 13TH W
Saint Johns, AZ 85936
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 99 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
450 S OCOTILLO AVE
Benson, AZ 85602
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 60 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 7

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.
107 services37 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
54 services27 patients
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes 90833
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 30-minute session where a mental health professional talks with you about your concerns and feelings. They assess your mental health, provide support, and manage your treatment plan to help improve your well-being.
53 services30 patients
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 45 minutes 90836
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 45-minute session where a healthcare provider discusses your mental and emotional health. They assess your current state, manage any issues, and help you develop coping strategies. This service aims to improve your overall well-being.
50 services15 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
47 services21 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
18 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 23455 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
$86.88 typical visit price
range $56.19 – $170.30
Typical copayment $21.72 (range $14.04 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$99.13 typical visit price
range $18.07 – $138.91
Typical copayment $24.78 (range $4.51 – $34.72)
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 18

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
4360 SHORE DR STE 101
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23455
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
4360 SHORE DR STE 101
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23455
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
4360 SHORE DR STE 101
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23455
Marriage & Family Therapist
4360 SHORE DR STE 101
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23455
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
4360 SHORE DR STE 101
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23455
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4360 SHORE DR STE 101
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23455
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
4360 SHORE DR STE 101
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23455
Acupuncturist
4360 SHORE DR STE 101
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23455

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 Sandra Nichols's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sandra Nichols is 1770749202. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 4, 2008. The provider is also known as Sandra L Walker Fnp-Bc.

Where is Sandra Nichols located?

Sandra Nichols practices at 4360 Shore Dr Ste 101, Virginia Beach, VA 23455. The listed phone number is (757) 251-0879.

What is Sandra Nichols's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Psychiatric/Mental Health, with taxonomy code 363LP0808X.

Is Sandra Nichols enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sandra Nichols 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 Sandra Nichols's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Sandra Nichols reassigns Medicare benefits to 9 organizations: Your Nurse Practitioner PLLC (Virginia Beach, VA), Mid-Atlantic Post Acute & Long Term Care PLLC (Norfolk, VA), SE Virginia Value Based Care, LLC (Norfolk, VA), Ocean Psychiatric Group PC (Virginia Beach, VA), Riverside Physcian Services Inc (Newport News, VA) and 4 more organizations, 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 Sandra Nichols's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Sandra Nichols accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Cigna HealthCare of Arizona, Inc, Oscar Health Plan, Inc., Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list Sandra 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 Sandra Nichols was last updated on January 16, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.