Nicole Nelson-Bridges, PA-C
NPI 1164674420 · Surgical Physician Assistant · Tucson, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicole Nelson-Bridges, PA-C is a Surgical Physician Assistant provider in Tucson, AZ (NPI 1164674420).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164674420
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgical Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA-C
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4293 (AZ)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
17 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
791 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 | 331 | $104 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, By Chemistry Analyzers80307 | 210 | $60 |
| Drug Test(s), Definitive, Utilizing (1) Drug Identification Methods Able to Identify Individual Drugs and Distinguish Between Structural Isomers (but Not Necessarily Stereoisomers), Including, But Not Limited to Gc/Ms (any Type, Single Or Tandem) and Lc/MsG0481 | 111 | $151 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Needle Placement76942 | 60 | $46 |
| Injection of Trigger Points, 3 Or More Muscles20553 | 50 | $49 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 37 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 807 | 133 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 676 | 114 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 519 | 69 |
| Gabapentin | 477 | 77 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 422 | 87 |
| Pregabalin | 376 | 64 |
| Morphine Sulfate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,110 across 36 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)
- 6567 E Carondelet Dr Ste 305Tucson, AZ 85710-2156Phone: (520) 881-8400
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-10-17
- Last updated
- 2020-09-15
- Certified
- 2020-09-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicole Nelson-Bridges's NPI number?
- Nicole Nelson-Bridges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164674420, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicole Nelson-Bridges's specialty?
- Nicole Nelson-Bridges is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgical Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Nicole Nelson-Bridges located?
- Nicole Nelson-Bridges's practice location on file with NPPES is 4881 E Grant Rd Ste 101, Tucson, AZ 85712-2704.
- What is Nicole Nelson-Bridges's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicole Nelson-Bridges is (520) 318-6035.
- Does Nicole Nelson-Bridges accept Medicare?
- Nicole Nelson-Bridges is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicole Nelson-Bridges's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicole Nelson-Bridges's NPI (1164674420) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-09-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.