Nicholas Hinkle, DO
NPI 1073195970 · Family Medicine Physician · Richmond, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Hinkle, DO is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Richmond, IN (NPI 1073195970).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1073195970
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 02007518A (IN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
5 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
489 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 | 164 | $119 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 75 | $155 |
| 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 | 72 | $15 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 47 | $25 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 30 | $83 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 47 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 110 | 66 |
| Lisinopril | 57 | 35 |
| Metformin Hcl | 54 | 29 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 45 | 28 |
| Omeprazole | 44 | 32 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 43 | 34 |
| Semaglutide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$129 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)
- 795 Sim Hodgin PkwyRichmond, IN 47374-1928Phone: (765) 966-5949
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2021-04-21
- Last updated
- 2025-11-26
- Certified
- 2025-11-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Hinkle's NPI number?
- Nicholas Hinkle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073195970, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Hinkle's specialty?
- Nicholas Hinkle is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Hinkle located?
- Nicholas Hinkle's practice location on file with NPPES is 535 W Eaton Pike, Richmond, IN 47374-2641.
- What is Nicholas Hinkle's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Hinkle is (765) 935-8862.
- Does Nicholas Hinkle accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Hinkle is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Hinkle's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Hinkle's NPI (1073195970) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.