David Nichols, M.D.
NPI 1003951245 · Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine (Emergency Medicine) Physician · San Angelo, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Nichols, M.D. is a Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine (Emergency Medicine) Physician provider in San Angelo, TX (NPI 1003951245).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003951245
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine (Emergency Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- N0321 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,835 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,478 | $67 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 432 | $99 |
| Management of Oxygen Chamber Therapy99183 | 275 | $106 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 239 | $132 |
| Removal of Skin and Tissue, 20.0 Sq Cm Or Less11042 | 113 | $61 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 155 | 90 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 98 | 15 |
| Nystatin | 86 | 44 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 55 | 33 |
| Gentamicin Sulfate | 52 | 29 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 38 | 19 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 30 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$244 across 8 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 730 Eureka StWeatherford, TX 76086-6546Phone: (817) 596-7000Fax: (817) 596-7008
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-02-21
- Last updated
- 2018-10-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Nichols's NPI number?
- David Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003951245, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Nichols's specialty?
- David Nichols is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine (Emergency Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Nichols located?
- David Nichols's practice location on file with NPPES is 2018 Pulliam St, San Angelo, TX 76905.
- What is David Nichols's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Nichols is (325) 659-7290.
- Does David Nichols accept Medicare?
- David Nichols is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Nichols's NPI active?
- Yes — David Nichols's NPI (1003951245) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-10-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.