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JACOB NICHOLS MD
NPI 1831500578
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in Lubbock, TX

Active since May 15, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
3601 4TH ST, MS 9410, LUBBOCK, TX 79430(806) 743-6840 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 2, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 2, 2021, Nov 10, 2021, Aug 22, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Jacob Nichols Md NPPES

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

JACOB NICHOLS MD (NPI 1831500578) is an individual infectious disease provider in Lubbock, Texas, licensed in Texas (R5299) and active in the NPI registry since May 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Medical Center, and is a graduate of Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831500578
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0200X
Provider Legal NameJACOB NICHOLSCredential: MD
Location Address3601 4TH ST, MS 9410Lubbock, TX 79430
Mailing Address3601 4th St, Ms 9410Lubbock, TX 79430-0002 · (806) 743-6840
Phone(806) 743-6840
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTexas Tech University Health Science Center School Of MedicineGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateMay 15, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 2, 20214 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 2, 2021
✔ NPI 1831500578 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0200X
License✔ Licensed in TX · R5299
Definition
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License R5299 (TX)
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License R5299 (TX)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
3601 4TH ST, Lubbock, TX 79430
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.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

Jacob Nichols 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 ID9234437641
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180319001098
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.

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.
101 services64 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
69 services32 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
47 services45 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
27 services27 patients
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.
26 services20 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Lubbock, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number450686
Location602 Indiana AvenueLubbock, TX 79415 · Lubbock County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 79430 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality91.19
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.

JAMES STEVEN DEMBOWSKI PHD
Speech-Language Pathologist
3601 4TH ST, STE. 2A300
LUBBOCK, TX 79430
Lubbock County (806) 743-5678
CHARLES KIM D.O.
Anesthesiology
3601 4TH ST
LUBBOCK, TX 79430
Lubbock County (806) 743-3004
BAILEY WADDINGTON MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
3601 4TH ST
LUBBOCK, TX 79430
Lubbock County (806) 743-6840
SARA SYED AHMED MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
3601 4TH ST
LUBBOCK, TX 79430
Lubbock County (806) 743-2800
DR. SAFAA S. LABIB M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
3601 4TH ST, SUITE 1A115
LUBBOCK, TX 79430
Lubbock County (806) 743-2155
MATTHEW PAUL FERGUSON M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
3601 4TH ST
LUBBOCK, TX 79430
Lubbock County (806) 743-2475
KORY NOEL HOWELL DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
3601 4TH ST
LUBBOCK, TX 79430
Lubbock County (806) 743-3381
JANICE STACHOWIAK M.D.
Internal Medicine
3601 4TH ST
LUBBOCK, TX 79430
Lubbock County (806) 743-3150

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 Jacob Nichols's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jacob Nichols is 1831500578. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 15, 2014.

Where is Jacob Nichols located?

Jacob Nichols practices at 3601 4th St Ms 9410, Lubbock, TX 79430. The listed phone number is (806) 743-6840.

What is Jacob Nichols's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Infectious Disease, with taxonomy code 207RI0200X.

Is Jacob Nichols enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jacob 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.

What insurance does Jacob Nichols accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Jacob 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.

Is Jacob Nichols affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Jacob Nichols is affiliated with University Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jacob Nichols was last updated on December 2, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.