Katherine Nichols, MD
NPI 1396158143 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Boston, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Katherine Nichols, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Boston, MA (NPI 1396158143).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396158143
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 125065094 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,696 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 1,316 | $8 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 264 | $71 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 207 | $133 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 171 | $16 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 170 | $82 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 307 | 98 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 233 | 88 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 157 | 36 |
| Losartan Potassium | 127 | 40 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 114 | 33 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 85 | 24 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 75 Francis StBoston, MA 02115-6110Phone: (617) 732-5636
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-06-10
- Last updated
- 2025-04-15
- Certified
- 2025-04-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Katherine Nichols's NPI number?
- Katherine Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396158143, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Katherine Nichols's specialty?
- Katherine Nichols is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Katherine Nichols located?
- Katherine Nichols's practice location on file with NPPES is 55 Fruit Street, Boston, MA 02114-2696.
- What is Katherine Nichols's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Katherine Nichols is (617) 726-2000.
- Does Katherine Nichols accept Medicare?
- Katherine Nichols is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Katherine Nichols's NPI active?
- Yes — Katherine Nichols's NPI (1396158143) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.