Peter Nicholas, D.O.
NPI 1740714062 · Rheumatology Physician · Wyomissing, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Peter Nicholas, D.O. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Wyomissing, PA (NPI 1740714062).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740714062
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- OS021964 (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
9 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
2,892 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 | 526 | $120 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 496 | $13 |
| 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 | 382 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 154 | $85 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 132 | $57 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 239 | 67 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 189 | 52 |
| Methylprednisolone | 117 | 66 |
| Gabapentin | 115 | 35 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 112 | 35 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 106 | 48 |
| Allopurinol | 93 | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,127 across 74 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
- 2017-04-13
- Last updated
- 2022-07-22
- Certified
- 2022-07-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Peter Nicholas's NPI number?
- Peter Nicholas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740714062, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Peter Nicholas's specialty?
- Peter Nicholas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Peter Nicholas located?
- Peter Nicholas's practice location on file with NPPES is 2760 Century Blvd, Wyomissing, PA 19610-3359.
- What is Peter Nicholas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Peter Nicholas is (610) 375-4251.
- Does Peter Nicholas accept Medicare?
- Peter Nicholas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Peter Nicholas's NPI active?
- Yes — Peter Nicholas's NPI (1740714062) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.