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ARICA NICKLES
NPI 1942618459
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Huron, SD

Active since July 28, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
33 3RD ST SE STE 201, HURON, SD 57350(605) 554-0858(605) 610-4063 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 28, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Arica Nickles NPPES

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

ARICA NICKLES (NPI 1942618459) is an individual family provider in Huron, South Dakota, licensed in Iowa (A137585) and active in the NPI registry since July 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Lukes Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1942618459
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameARICA NICKLES
Location Address33 3RD ST SE STE 201Huron, SD 57350-2064
Mailing Address613 E 17th StYankton, SD 57078-2309
Phone(605) 554-0858
Fax(605) 610-4063
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateJuly 28, 2014
✔ NPI 1942618459 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IA · A137585✔ Licensed in SD · SD-CNPCP000875
33 3RD ST SE STE 201, Huron, SD 57350
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and more.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

Arica Nickles 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 ID6204055924
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140911001111, I20141120002719
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

5

Medicare enrollment records show Arica Nickles reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Avera Queen Of Peace
26 mi
Critical Access
604 1ST ST NE
Wessington Springs, SD 57382
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Dakota enrollment
  • 227 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1316942204 (605) 539-1201
Rural Health Care, Inc
47 mi
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
1900 GRASSLAND DR STE 103
Mitchell, SD 57301
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Dakota enrollment
  • 111 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1669027678 (605) 995-7000
Sacred Heart Health Services
109 mi
Physical Therapist
2525 FOX RUN PKWY STE 100
Yankton, SD 57078
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Dakota enrollment
  • 227 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1053838508 (605) 260-0918
Northwest Iowa Hospital Corporation
157 mi
Emergency Medical Services
2720 STONE PARK BLVD
Sioux City, IA 51104
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 281 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1215962550 (712) 279-3789
Woodbury Emergency Group, PC
158 mi
Emergency Medicine
801 5TH ST
Sioux City, IA 51101
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 42 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1447813316 (712) 279-2010

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 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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
75 services73 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
56 services56 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.
41 services38 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.
36 services34 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
36 services36 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.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

St Lukes Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Sioux City, IA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160146
Location2720 Stone Park BoulevardSioux City, IA 51104 · Woodbury County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Avera Sacred Heart Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Yankton, SD
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number430012
Location501 Summit StYankton, SD 57078 · Yankton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 57350 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
$85.21 typical visit price
range $55.52 – $167.23
Typical copayment $21.30 (range $13.88 – $41.80)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.88 typical visit price
range $18.08 – $137.08
Typical copayment $24.47 (range $4.52 – $34.27)
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 3

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

NICOLE CHRISTINA HIGGINS PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
33 3RD ST SE STE 201
HURON, SD 57350
Beadle County (605) 677-6274
MRS. MARYANN FANNING CNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
33 3RD ST SE STE 201
HURON, SD 57350
Beadle County (605) 554-0858
KIMBERLEE KAY HERRMANN PA
Physician Assistant
33 3RD ST SE STE 201
HURON, SD 57350
Beadle County (605) 353-0858

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 Arica Nickles's NPI number?

The NPI number for Arica Nickles is 1942618459. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 28, 2014.

Where is Arica Nickles located?

Arica Nickles practices at 33 3rd St SE Ste 201, Huron, SD 57350. The listed phone number is (605) 554-0858.

What is Arica Nickles's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Arica Nickles enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Arica Nickles 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 Arica Nickles's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Arica Nickles reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Avera Queen Of Peace (Wessington Springs, SD), Rural Health Care, Inc (Mitchell, SD), Sacred Heart Health Services (Yankton, SD), Northwest Iowa Hospital Corporation (Sioux City, IA) and Woodbury Emergency Group, PC (Sioux City, IA). 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 Arica Nickles's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Arica Nickles accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan, Avera Health Plans and Oscar Insurance Company and 2 other insurers list Arica Nickles 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 Arica Nickles affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Arica Nickles is affiliated with St Lukes Regional Medical Center and Avera Sacred Heart Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Arica Nickles was last updated on July 28, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.