DARRIN EARL NICHOLS M.D.
NPI 1912439019
Family Medicine in Elizabeth, WV

Active since March 29, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
483 COURT ST, ELIZABETH, WV 26143(304) 275-3301(304) 275-4798 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 4, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 4, 2026, Oct 26, 2020, Mar 29, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Darrin Earl Nichols M.d. NPPES

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

DARRIN EARL NICHOLS M.D. (NPI 1912439019) is an individual family medicine provider in Elizabeth, West Virginia, licensed in West Virginia (29648) and active in the NPI registry since March 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Charleston Area Medical Center, and maintains 10 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1912439019
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDARRIN EARL NICHOLSCredential: M.D.
Location Address483 COURT STElizabeth, WV 26143-1109
Mailing AddressPo Box 609Elizabeth, WV 26143-0609 · (304) 388-4600 · Fax (304) 388-4621
Fax(304) 275-4798
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWest Virginia University School Of MedicineGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateMarch 29, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 4, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 4, 2026
NPI 1912439019 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in WV · 29648
Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

483 COURT ST, Elizabeth, WV 26143

Secondary Practice Locations 10

Location 12101 Dudley AveParkersburg, WV 26101-3462 · Phone (304) 861-4150 · Fax (304) 422-2170
Location 22121 7th StParkersburg, WV 26101-3803 · Phone (304) 485-1721 · Fax (304) 428-2597
Location 3562 Charleston DrRipley, WV 25271-1533 · Phone (304) 372-7341 · Fax (304) 372-3272
Location 4920 Elm StRacine, OH 45771-8902 · Phone (740) 949-2348 · Fax (740) 949-2536
Location 5512A Church St SRipley, WV 25271-1616 · Phone (304) 372-1033 · Fax (304) 373-0223
Location 6606 Washington StRavenswood, WV 26164-1730 · Phone (304) 273-1033 · Fax (304) 273-1034
Location 773 Nicolette RdParkersburg, WV 26104-7236 · Phone (304) 861-4141 · Fax (304) 917-3750
Location 83705 Emerson AveParkersburg, WV 26104-1118 · Phone (304) 917-3530 · Fax (304) 917-3743
Location 9461 Schoolview StElizabeth, WV 26143 · Phone (304) 275-3117 · Fax (304) 275-7255
Location 102610 Camden AveParkersburg, WV 26101-5652 · Phone (304) 917-3733 · Fax (304) 917-3750

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

Darrin Earl Nichols 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 ID8426320532
PECOS Enrollment IDI20201030001756
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 3

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.

Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
33 services25 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
29 services18 patients
Respiratory infectious agent detection by rna for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid 19), influenza a, influenza b, and respiratory syncytial virus, upper respiratory specimen, each reported as detected or not detected 0241U
This test detects the RNA of respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, Influenza A, Influenza B, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus, in an upper respiratory specimen. The test result will report if each virus is detected or not, helping in accurate diagnosis.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Charleston Area Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, WV
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number510022
Location501 Morris StreetCharleston, WV 25301 · Kanawha County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Camden Clark Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Parkersburg, WV
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number510058
Location800 Garfield AveParkersburg, WV 26101 · Wood County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Minnie Hamilton Health System

Critical Access Hospitals · Grantsville, WV
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number511303
Location186 Hospital DriveGrantsville, WV 26147 · Calhoun County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 26143 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
$83.49 typical visit price
range $53.20 – $164.59
Typical copayment $20.87 (range $13.30 – $41.14)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.81 typical visit price
range $16.47 – $133.29
Typical copayment $23.70 (range $4.11 – $33.32)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$215.60 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 9

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
483 COURT ST
ELIZABETH, WV 26143
Physician Assistant
483 COURT ST
ELIZABETH, WV 26143
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
483 COURT ST
ELIZABETH, WV 26143
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
483 COURT ST
ELIZABETH, WV 26143
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
483 COURT ST
ELIZABETH, WV 26143
Social Worker (Clinical)
483 COURT ST
ELIZABETH, WV 26143
Social Worker
483 COURT ST
ELIZABETH, WV 26143
Pharmacist
483 COURT ST
ELIZABETH, WV 26143

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 Darrin Nichols's NPI number?

The NPI number for Darrin Nichols is 1912439019. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 29, 2017.

Where is Darrin Nichols located?

Darrin Nichols practices at 483 Court St, Elizabeth, WV 26143. The listed phone number is (304) 275-3301.

What is Darrin Nichols's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Darrin Nichols enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Darrin 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 Darrin Nichols accept?

Health plans from CareSource, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia and Molina Healthcare list Darrin 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 Darrin Nichols affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Darrin Nichols is affiliated with Charleston Area Medical Center, Camden Clark Medical Center and Minnie Hamilton Health System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Darrin Nichols was last updated on February 4, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.