DR. STEPHEN F NICHOLS MD
NPI 1972594935
Anesthesiology in Lancaster, PA

Active since October 31, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
133 E FREDERICK ST, LANCASTER, PA 17602(717) 394-9821(717) 394-0175 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Stephen F Nichols Md NPPES

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

DR. STEPHEN F NICHOLS MD (NPI 1972594935) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD-033982-E) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lancaster General Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972594935
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. STEPHEN F NICHOLSCredential: MD
Location Address133 E FREDERICK STLancaster, PA 17602-2222
Mailing Address133 E Frederick StLancaster, PA 17602-2222 · (717) 394-9821 · Fax (717) 394-0175
Fax(717) 394-0175
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Pittsburgh School Of MedicineGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateOctober 31, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2007
NPI 1972594935 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License Licensed in PA · MD-033982-E
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
Also ListedAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineTaxonomy 207LP2900X · License MD-033982-E (PA)
133 E FREDERICK ST, Lancaster, PA 17602

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINC27838PA
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified026222EHYPA
Medicaid0011582070002PA

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

Dr. Stephen F 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 ID1153213129
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040325000966
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 5

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.

Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity 00537
Anesthesia for a procedure to assess heart electrical activity helps ensure comfort and relaxation. It involves administering medication that either numbs a specific area or makes you sleep temporarily. This allows doctors to safely examine your heart's electrical signals without causing discomfort.
25 services25 patients
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.
22 services22 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
17 services17 patients
Anesthesia for insertion of permanent heart pacemaker 00530
Anesthesia for a permanent heart pacemaker insertion helps to ensure comfort and calmness during the procedure. It's typically a local anesthetic, numbing the area where the pacemaker is inserted. Sedation may also be given to help you relax. You'll be awake, but may not remember the procedure.
13 services13 patients
Anesthesia for procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm 00410
Anesthesia for a procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm ensures you won't feel pain during the treatment. It can be general, where you're completely asleep, or local, numbing only a specific area. Your vital signs are monitored to ensure safety during the procedure.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Lancaster General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lancaster, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390100
Location555 North Duke StreetLancaster, PA 17602 · Lancaster County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
133 E FREDERICK ST
LANCASTER, PA 17602
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
133 E FREDERICK ST
LANCASTER, PA 17602
Anesthesiology
133 E FREDERICK ST
LANCASTER, PA 17602
Anesthesiology
133 E FREDERICK ST
LANCASTER, PA 17602
Anesthesiology
133 E FREDERICK ST
LANCASTER, PA 17602
Anesthesiology
133 E FREDERICK ST
LANCASTER, PA 17602
Anesthesiology
133 E FREDERICK ST
LANCASTER, PA 17602
Anesthesiology
133 E FREDERICK ST
LANCASTER, PA 17602

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 Stephen Nichols's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Nichols is 1972594935. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 31, 2005.

Where is Stephen Nichols located?

Stephen Nichols practices at 133 E Frederick St, Lancaster, PA 17602. The listed phone number is (717) 394-9821.

What is Stephen Nichols's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Stephen Nichols enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen 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.

Is Stephen Nichols affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Stephen Nichols is affiliated with Lancaster General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Nichols was last updated on July 13, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.