Brian Nicholas, MD
NPI 1609086909 · Otolaryngology Physician · Syracuse, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Nicholas, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Syracuse, NY (NPI 1609086909).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609086909
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MT189198 (PA)
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
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
1,430 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 | 524 | $153 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 435 | $56 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 200 | $200 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 77 | $223 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 51 | $108 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ofloxacin | 49 | 33 |
| Triamterene/Hydrochlorothiazidbrand: Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid | 24 | — |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 22 | 11 |
| Methylprednisolone | 21 | 18 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 14 | 13 |
| Cephalexin | 12 | 11 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 12 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$785 across 12 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
- 2007-05-23
- Last updated
- 2013-09-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Nicholas's NPI number?
- Brian Nicholas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609086909, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Nicholas's specialty?
- Brian Nicholas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brian Nicholas located?
- Brian Nicholas's practice location on file with NPPES is 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210-2342.
- What is Brian Nicholas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Nicholas is (315) 464-4636.
- Does Brian Nicholas accept Medicare?
- Brian Nicholas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Nicholas's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Nicholas's NPI (1609086909) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-09-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.