Benjamin Nichols, MD
NPI 1790983237 · Dermatology Physician · Greenbrae, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Nichols, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Greenbrae, CA (NPI 1790983237).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790983237
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A97389 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 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
8,847 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 3,365 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,725 | $116 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 959 | $78 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 15 Or More Growths17004 | 458 | $227 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 422 | $132 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Minoxidil | 216 | 74 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 93 | 57 |
| Ketoconazole | 76 | 47 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 66 | 42 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 58 | 31 |
| Nystatin | 44 | 19 |
| Metronidazole | 42 | 21 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 41 | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,727 across 66 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
- 2007-07-05
- Last updated
- 2017-10-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Nichols's NPI number?
- Benjamin Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790983237, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Nichols's specialty?
- Benjamin Nichols is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Nichols located?
- Benjamin Nichols's practice location on file with NPPES is 1300 S Eliseo Dr, Greenbrae, CA 94904-2023.
- What is Benjamin Nichols's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Nichols is (415) 925-0550.
- Does Benjamin Nichols accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Nichols is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Nichols's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Nichols's NPI (1790983237) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-10-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.