Lucas Nikkel, M.D.
NPI 1023384997 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Columbia, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lucas Nikkel, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Columbia, MD (NPI 1023384997).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1023384997
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD464520 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
14 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
1,195 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 299 | $131 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 251 | $93 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 201 | $79 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 111 | $17 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 102 | $174 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 109 | 38 |
| Amoxicillin | 107 | 64 |
| Mupirocin | 99 | 90 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 52 | 29 |
| Celecoxib | 34 | 25 |
| Pregabalin | 31 | 22 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 14 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$57 across 1 record (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)
- 30 Hope Dr Ste 2400Hershey, PA 17033-2036Phone: (717) 531-5638Fax: (717) 531-0983
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-03-26
- Last updated
- 2023-02-28
- Certified
- 2023-02-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lucas Nikkel's NPI number?
- Lucas Nikkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023384997, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lucas Nikkel's specialty?
- Lucas Nikkel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lucas Nikkel located?
- Lucas Nikkel's practice location on file with NPPES is 5755 Cedar Ln, Columbia, MD 21044-2912.
- What is Lucas Nikkel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lucas Nikkel is (443) 546-1570.
- Does Lucas Nikkel accept Medicare?
- Lucas Nikkel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lucas Nikkel's NPI active?
- Yes — Lucas Nikkel's NPI (1023384997) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-02-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.