Michael Nicholas, DO
NPI 1598740748 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Crete, IL
Michael Nicholas, DO is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Crete, IL (NPI 1598740748).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598740748
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 02000901A (IN)
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
20 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
708 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 157 | $11 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 125 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 92 | $84 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Blood Vessel Access76937 | 62 | $13 |
| Insertion of Tube in Left Lower Heart Chamber and Coronary Artery for Diagnosis With Review By Radiologist93458 | 51 | $197 |
| Insertion of Stents With Balloon Dilation of Coronary Artery Or Branch, Single Artery Or Branch |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 42 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 366 | 121 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 338 | 119 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 209 | 69 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 176 | 57 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 174 | 45 |
| Ezetimibe | 170 | 55 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,179 across 117 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
- 2005-12-09
- Last updated
- 2026-01-20
- Certified
- 2026-01-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Nicholas's NPI number?
- Michael Nicholas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598740748, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Nicholas's specialty?
- Michael Nicholas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Nicholas located?
- Michael Nicholas's practice location on file with NPPES is 160 Cornwall Dr, Crete, IL 60417-1006.
- What is Michael Nicholas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Nicholas is (708) 297-0499.
- Is Michael Nicholas's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Nicholas's NPI (1598740748) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.