Nicholas Golden, M.D.
NPI 1619978343 · Gastroenterology Physician · Vero Beach, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Golden, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Vero Beach, FL (NPI 1619978343).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619978343
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME151295 (FL)
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
20 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
1,182 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 216 | $100 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 163 | $139 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 150 | $264 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 144 | $106 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 90 | $178 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 421 | 140 |
| Omeprazole | 142 | 35 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 127 | 51 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 92 | 16 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 85 | 85 |
| Famotidine | 56 | 17 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 49 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-03
- Last updated
- 2021-08-11
- Certified
- 2021-08-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Golden's NPI number?
- Nicholas Golden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619978343, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Golden's specialty?
- Nicholas Golden is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Golden located?
- Nicholas Golden's practice location on file with NPPES is 1000 36th St Ste B, Vero Beach, FL 32960-4862.
- What is Nicholas Golden's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Golden is (772) 567-4311.
- Does Nicholas Golden accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Golden is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Golden's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Golden's NPI (1619978343) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-08-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.