MS. DEBORAH ANN NICHOLS FNP
NPI 1962425389
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Payson, AZ

Q: What is Deborah Nichols's NPI number?

The NPI number for Deborah Nichols is 1962425389. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 26, 2006.

Q: What is Deborah Nichols's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Deborah Nichols was last updated on February 4, 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.

Active since July 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

21.56/100

CMS Quality Rating

200 W FRONTIER ST, SUITE M, PAYSON, AZ 85541(928) 478-6280(928) 478-6206 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 4, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Ms. Deborah Ann Nichols Fnp NPPES

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

MS. DEBORAH ANN NICHOLS FNP (NPI 1962425389) is an individual family provider in Payson, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (RN078398) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962425389

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X

Provider Legal NameMS. DEBORAH ANN NICHOLSCredential: FNP

Location Address200 W FRONTIER ST, SUITE MPayson, AZ 85541-5362

Mailing Address200 W Frontier St, Suite MPayson, AZ 85541-5362 · (928) 595-1176 · Fax (928) 478-6206

Phone(928) 478-6280

Fax(928) 478-6206

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002

Enumeration DateJuly 26, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 4, 2014

✔ NPI 1962425389 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

License✔ Licensed in AZ · RN078398

200 W FRONTIER ST, Payson, AZ 85541

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINP62785

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, UnitedHealthcare.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

Ms. Deborah Ann Nichols Fnp 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 ID4880645183

PECOS Enrollment IDI20050203000615

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 13

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.

878 services230 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.

152 services28 patients

Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444

An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.

103 services103 patients

Annual, face-to-face intensive behavioral therapy for cardiovascular disease, individual, 15 minutes G0446

This is a yearly, personal consultation focused on behaviors affecting heart health. It lasts 15 minutes and may cover topics like diet, exercise, and stress management. It's about learning healthy habits to protect your heart.

103 services103 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

102 services102 patients

Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0442

An annual alcohol misuse screening is a 15-minute check-up to assess your drinking habits. It helps identify if you're consuming alcohol in a way that could harm your health. This is not a judgment, but a tool to promote your wellbeing.

99 services99 patients

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372

This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.

91 services35 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.

75 services54 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.

73 services57 patients

Diabetes outpatient self-management training services, individual, per 30 minutes G0108

This service involves personalized training sessions, each lasting 30 minutes, to help manage diabetes. It includes guidance on monitoring blood sugar, healthy eating, physical activity, medication usage, and dealing with daily challenges of living with diabetes.

66 services35 patients

Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490

Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.

30 services28 patients

Face-to-face behavioral counseling for obesity, 15 minutes G0447

This is a 15-minute consultation where a healthcare professional discusses your eating habits, physical activity, and goals to help manage your weight. The aim is to provide personalized strategies to promote a healthier lifestyle and combat obesity.

25 services20 patients

Exam of neurobehavioral status, first hour 96116

An exam of neurobehavioral status is a medical procedure that evaluates your brain's functions. This includes assessing your cognitive abilities, emotional responses, and behavioral patterns. The first hour of the exam is typically dedicated to this initial evaluation.

14 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85541 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

$85.89 typical visit price

range $55.44 – $168.60

Typical copayment $21.47 (range $13.86 – $42.15)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$98.00 typical visit price

range $17.72 – $137.41

Typical copayment $24.50 (range $4.43 – $34.35)

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.

21.56/100

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

Individually scored

Quality

Improvement Activities

Cost

71.88

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy

The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period

70%141 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.

33%3,314 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

e-Prescribing

At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.

14%5,431 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Health Information Exchange

The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…

1%824 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%

Medication Reconciliation

The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.

84%235 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Patient-Specific Education

The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.

7%1,143 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

62%968 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%

Provide Patient Access

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…

6%1,149 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Secure Messaging

For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…

3%1,149 patients1/55-star benchmark: 79%

Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly

Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.

Lower rates are better for this measure.

Patients 2+: 5% · 482 patients

14%482 patients2/55-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 18

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

3 suppliers39 claims122 services$6.09 avg. paid by Medicare

Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030