DR. NICHOLAS A. VIENS M.D.
NPI 1841482098
Orthopaedic Surgery in Durham, NC

Q: What is Nicholas Viens's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Viens is 1841482098. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 13, 2007.

Q: What is Nicholas Viens's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicholas Viens was last updated on October 21, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.

Active since August 13, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

88.4/100

CMS Quality Rating

120 WILLIAM PENN PLZ, DURHAM, NC 27704(919) 220-5255(919) 313-1276 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 21, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Dr. Nicholas A. Viens M.d. NPPES

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

DR. NICHOLAS A. VIENS M.D. (NPI 1841482098) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Durham, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (141511) and active in the NPI registry since August 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Carolina Specialty Hospital, and is a graduate of Duke University School Of Medicine (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1841482098

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207X00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. NICHOLAS A. VIENSCredential: M.D.

Location Address120 WILLIAM PENN PLZDurham, NC 27704-2150

Mailing Address120 William Penn PlzDurham, NC 27704-2150 · (919) 220-5255 · Fax (919) 313-1276

Phone(919) 220-5255

Fax(919) 313-1276

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSDuke University School Of MedicineGraduated 2007

Enumeration DateAugust 13, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 21, 2014

✔ NPI 1841482098 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207X00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 141511✔ Licensed in CO · 50897✔ Licensed in KY · 46328

Definition

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

120 WILLIAM PENN PLZ, Durham, NC 27704

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare PIN0169KY

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, UnitedHealthcare.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 A. Viens M.d. 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 ID9032351358

PECOS Enrollment IDI20141220000146

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 9

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.

310 services208 patients

X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views 73630

An X-ray of the foot, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones and tissues in your foot. This helps to identify fractures, infections, or other abnormalities. Multiple views ensure a comprehensive examination.

210 services154 patients

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301

Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.

115 services23 patients

X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views 73610

An ankle X-ray is a quick, painless imaging test. It involves capturing at least three different images or 'views' of your ankle using small amounts of radiation. These images help identify any abnormalities or injuries, such as fractures or arthritis.

114 services66 patients

X-ray of ankle, 2 views 73600

An X-ray of the ankle, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the bones and joints in your ankle. Two different angles are used to provide a more complete picture. It helps detect fractures, sprains, arthritis, or other abnormalities. It's safe and typically takes only a few minutes.

55 services45 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.

54 services54 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

North Carolina Specialty Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number340049

Location3916 Ben Franklin BoulevardDurham, NC 27704 · Durham County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27704 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

$83.90 typical visit price

range $54.12 – $165.09

Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$67.72 typical visit price

range $17.21 – $134.61

Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)

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.

88.4/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

94.91

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

67.25

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing

98%238 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information

85%1,272 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Ankle orthosis, ankle gauntlet or similar, with or without joints, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L1902

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF003N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$66.00 avg. paid by Medicare

Walking boot, pneumatic and/or vacuum, with or without joints, with or without interface material, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L4361

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF003N

3 suppliers14 claims14 services$230.67 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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