Nicole Akers, M.D.
NPI 1790071165 · Obesity Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician · Hartford, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicole Akers, M.D. is a Obesity Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician provider in Hartford, KY (NPI 1790071165).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790071165
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Obesity Medicine (Family Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 52967 (KY)
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
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
491 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 106 | $113 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 90 | $91 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 71 | $62 |
| Removal of Skin and Tissue, 20.0 Sq Cm Or Less11042 | 54 | $55 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 42 | $8 |
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 58 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 128 | 32 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 92 | 34 |
| Omeprazole | 76 | 32 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 71 | 24 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 66 | 22 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 59 | 17 |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$204 across 10 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 1211 Old Main StHartford, KY 42347-1619Phone: (270) 298-7411Fax: (270) 298-3824
- 20 E Mcmurtry AveHartford, KY 42347-1647Phone: (270) 504-1300
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-06-23
- Last updated
- 2026-05-05
- Certified
- 2026-05-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicole Akers's NPI number?
- Nicole Akers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790071165, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicole Akers's specialty?
- Nicole Akers is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Obesity Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicole Akers located?
- Nicole Akers's practice location on file with NPPES is 1215 Old Main St, Hartford, KY 42347-1619.
- What is Nicole Akers's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicole Akers is (270) 730-5344.
- Does Nicole Akers accept Medicare?
- Nicole Akers is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicole Akers's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicole Akers's NPI (1790071165) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.