Nicholas Holdgate, M.D.
NPI 1134415110 · Rheumatology Physician · Summerville, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Holdgate, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Summerville, SC (NPI 1134415110).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134415110
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- LL33916 (SC)
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
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,367 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 343 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 330 | $123 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 304 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 298 | $8 |
| Red Blood Cell Sedimentation Rate, to Detect Inflammation, Automated85652 | 294 | $3 |
| Measurement C-Reactive Protein for Detection of Infection Or Inflammation86140 | 294 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 405 | 143 |
| Prednisone | 383 | 173 |
| Meloxicam | 137 | 48 |
| Celecoxib | 129 | 48 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 95 | 53 |
| Leflunomide | 93 | 34 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 82 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$12,536 across 123 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 (2)
- 2291 Henry Tecklenburg DrCharleston, SC 29414-7801Phone: (843) 572-4840
- 1100 Johnnie Dodds BlvdMount Pleasant, SC 29464-3131Phone: (843) 572-4840
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-06-28
- Last updated
- 2025-10-29
- Certified
- 2025-10-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Holdgate's NPI number?
- Nicholas Holdgate's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134415110, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Holdgate's specialty?
- Nicholas Holdgate is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Holdgate located?
- Nicholas Holdgate's practice location on file with NPPES is 2001 2nd Ave Ste 201, Summerville, SC 29486.
- What is Nicholas Holdgate's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Holdgate is (843) 572-4840.
- Does Nicholas Holdgate accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Holdgate is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Holdgate's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Holdgate's NPI (1134415110) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.