Nicholas Mckernan, MD
NPI 1679738710 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · College Station, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Mckernan, MD is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in College Station, TX (NPI 1679738710).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679738710
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- N7946 (TX)
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
17 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
1,422 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 376 | $62 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 219 | $93 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Or Steroid Into Joint Between Lower Spine and Hip Bone Using Imaging Guidance27096 | 141 | $99 |
| Destruction of Lower Or Sacral Spinal Facet Joint Nerves Using Imaging Guidance, Single Facet Joint64635 | 73 | $176 |
| Injection of Substance Into Middle Or Upper Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62321 | 72 | $102 |
| Destruction of Lower Or Sacral Spinal Facet Joint Nerves Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Facet Joint |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 1,241 | 432 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 514 | 165 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 429 | 132 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 309 | 107 |
| Pregabalin | 306 | 110 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 304 | 119 |
| Baclofen | 192 | 84 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$293 across 14 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
- 2008-07-28
- Last updated
- 2022-01-25
- Certified
- 2022-01-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Mckernan's NPI number?
- Nicholas Mckernan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679738710, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Mckernan's specialty?
- Nicholas Mckernan is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Mckernan located?
- Nicholas Mckernan's practice location on file with NPPES is 800 Scott and White Dr, College Station, TX 77845-6440.
- What is Nicholas Mckernan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Mckernan is (979) 691-3535.
- Does Nicholas Mckernan accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Mckernan is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Mckernan's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Mckernan's NPI (1679738710) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.