Amy Nicholas, MD
NPI 1407081680 · Ophthalmology Physician · Frederick, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Amy Nicholas, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Frederick, MD (NPI 1407081680).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1407081680
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101253214 (VA)
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
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
4,279 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 937 | $130 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 467 | $94 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 435 | $36 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 346 | $41 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 286 | $66 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 242 | $42 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 490 | 122 |
| Timolol Maleate | 171 | 58 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 146 | 38 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 117 | 79 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 98 | 64 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 92 | 66 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 64 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$98 across 5 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)
- 9420 Key West Ave Ste 405Rockville, MD 20850-6327Phone: (301) 610-2020Fax: (301) 610-7428
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-05-18
- Last updated
- 2021-09-20
- Certified
- 2021-09-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Amy Nicholas's NPI number?
- Amy Nicholas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407081680, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Amy Nicholas's specialty?
- Amy Nicholas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Amy Nicholas located?
- Amy Nicholas's practice location on file with NPPES is 5283 Corporate Dr Ste 201, Frederick, MD 21703-2879.
- What is Amy Nicholas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Amy Nicholas is (301) 662-4545.
- Does Amy Nicholas accept Medicare?
- Amy Nicholas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Amy Nicholas's NPI active?
- Yes — Amy Nicholas's NPI (1407081680) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.