Christopher Nicholas, MD
NPI 1316037195 · Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician · West Burlington, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Thoracic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Nicholas, MD is a Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician provider in West Burlington, IA (NPI 1316037195).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316037195
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036112938 (IL)
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 tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,272 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 207 | $73 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 130 | $90 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 117 | $123 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 108 | $60 |
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 100 | $5 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | 288 | 130 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 167 | 165 |
| Sucralfate | 107 | 49 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 71 | 21 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 55 | 54 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 34 | 33 |
| Lactulose |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-13
- Last updated
- 2017-02-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Nicholas's NPI number?
- Christopher Nicholas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316037195, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Nicholas's specialty?
- Christopher Nicholas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Nicholas located?
- Christopher Nicholas's practice location on file with NPPES is 1223 S Gear Ave, West Burlington, IA 52655-1682.
- What is Christopher Nicholas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Nicholas is (319) 768-4350.
- Does Christopher Nicholas accept Medicare?
- Christopher Nicholas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Nicholas's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Nicholas's NPI (1316037195) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-02-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.