Catherine Nicka, MD
NPI 1265819452 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Yreka, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Catherine Nicka, MD is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Yreka, CA (NPI 1265819452).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265819452
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD2018-0977 (NM)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,006 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 846 | $36 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report88312 | 56 | $26 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately High Complexity88307 | 37 | $80 |
| Preparation of Tissue for Examination By Removing Any Calcium Present88311 | 32 | $12 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Limited Examination88300 | 18 | $4 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately Low Complexity88304 | 17 | $11 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- Msc 07-4040 1 University of New MexicoAlbuquerque, NM 87131-0001Phone: (505) 272-3053Fax: (505) 925-0546
- 2211 Lomas Blvd NeAlbuquerque, NM 87106-2719Phone: (505) 925-0895
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-04-27
- Last updated
- 2021-07-12
- Certified
- 2021-07-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Catherine Nicka's NPI number?
- Catherine Nicka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265819452, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Catherine Nicka's specialty?
- Catherine Nicka is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Catherine Nicka located?
- Catherine Nicka's practice location on file with NPPES is 444 Bruce St, Yreka, CA 96097-3450.
- What is Catherine Nicka's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Catherine Nicka is (308) 424-1215.
- Does Catherine Nicka accept Medicare?
- Catherine Nicka is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Catherine Nicka's NPI active?
- Yes — Catherine Nicka's NPI (1265819452) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-07-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.