Randall Nichols, M.D.
NPI 1518055334 · Surgery Physician · Dothan, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - General Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Randall Nichols, M.D. is a Surgery Physician provider in Dothan, AL (NPI 1518055334).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518055334
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 9258 (AL)
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
19 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
635 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 288 | $94 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 159 | $75 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 48 | $42 |
| Removal of Blood Clot and Portion of Chest, Neck, Or Brain Artery35301 | 46 | $927 |
| Removal of Gallbladder Using an Endoscope47562 | 20 | $527 |
| Repair of Groin Hernia (5 Years Or Older) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 311 | 249 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 143 | 43 |
| Gabapentin | 69 | 24 |
| Ibuprofen | 48 | 41 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 40 | 32 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 39 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$25 across 1 record (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
- 2006-10-10
- Last updated
- 2017-05-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Randall Nichols's NPI number?
- Randall Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518055334, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Randall Nichols's specialty?
- Randall Nichols is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Randall Nichols located?
- Randall Nichols's practice location on file with NPPES is 2431 W Main St, Dothan, AL 36301-1217.
- What is Randall Nichols's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Randall Nichols is (334) 677-6220.
- Does Randall Nichols accept Medicare?
- Randall Nichols is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Randall Nichols's NPI active?
- Yes — Randall Nichols's NPI (1518055334) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-05-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.