Michael Nicholson, DO
NPI 1407169097 · Family Medicine Physician · Ankeny, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Nicholson, DO is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Ankeny, IA (NPI 1407169097).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1407169097
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- DO-04291 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,132 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 | 320 | $118 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 296 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 225 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 194 | $8 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 188 | $15 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 77 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 313 | 95 |
| Losartan Potassium | 168 | 46 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 157 | 47 |
| Lisinopril | 154 | 42 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 154 | 42 |
| Omeprazole | 130 | 39 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$37 across 2 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-07-23
- Last updated
- 2024-01-02
- Certified
- 2024-01-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Nicholson's NPI number?
- Michael Nicholson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407169097, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Nicholson's specialty?
- Michael Nicholson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Nicholson located?
- Michael Nicholson's practice location on file with NPPES is 1410 Sw Tradition Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023.
- What is Michael Nicholson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Nicholson is (515) 875-9040.
- Does Michael Nicholson accept Medicare?
- Michael Nicholson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Nicholson's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Nicholson's NPI (1407169097) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.