Edward Nichols, M.D.
NPI 1558372896 · Internal Medicine Physician · Bakersfield, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Nichols, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Bakersfield, CA (NPI 1558372896).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558372896
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A44178 (CA)
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
3,551 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 772 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 636 | $92 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 514 | $130 |
| Annual Depression Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0444 | 242 | $20 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 222 | $132 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 60 | 17 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 51 | 14 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 40 | — |
| Losartan Potassium | 37 | 13 |
| Ezetimibe | 35 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 24 | 11 |
| Furosemide | 24 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-11
- Last updated
- 2008-07-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Nichols's NPI number?
- Edward Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558372896, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Nichols's specialty?
- Edward Nichols is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Nichols located?
- Edward Nichols's practice location on file with NPPES is 3801 San Dimas St, Bakersfield, CA 93301-5731.
- What is Edward Nichols's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Nichols is (661) 323-8477.
- Does Edward Nichols accept Medicare?
- Edward Nichols is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Nichols's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Nichols's NPI (1558372896) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-07-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.