Steven Nichols, MD
NPI 1518991199 · Family Medicine Physician · Wausau, WI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Steven Nichols, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Wausau, WI (NPI 1518991199).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518991199
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 29492 (WI)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
1,803 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 301 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 266 | $121 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 167 | $10 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 138 | $70 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 122 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 115 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 196 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 869 | 168 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 741 | 137 |
| Lisinopril | 737 | 137 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 677 | 82 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 592 | 113 |
| Furosemide | 525 | 61 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 487 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-10
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Steven Nichols's NPI number?
- Steven Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518991199, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Steven Nichols's specialty?
- Steven Nichols is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Steven Nichols located?
- Steven Nichols's practice location on file with NPPES is 212 Sturgeon Eddy Rd, Wausau, WI 54403-6625.
- What is Steven Nichols's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Steven Nichols is (715) 842-0491.
- Does Steven Nichols accept Medicare?
- Steven Nichols is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Steven Nichols's NPI active?
- Yes — Steven Nichols's NPI (1518991199) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.