Christopher Nicholson, MD
NPI 1821071044 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Savannah, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Nicholson, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Savannah, GA (NPI 1821071044).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821071044
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 57734 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
10 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,270 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views73630 | 671 | $31 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 556 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 260 | $121 |
| X-Ray of Ankle, Minimum of 3 Views73610 | 168 | $30 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Small Joint20600 | 131 | $49 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 118 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 155 | 61 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 118 | 59 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 71 | 56 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 53 | 35 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 51 | 43 |
| Methylprednisolone | 46 | 40 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 31 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$103 across 6 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 (9)
- 602 E Long StClaxton, GA 30417-5914Phone: (912) 739-3275Fax: (912) 439-4011
- 166 Memorial DrJesup, GA 31545-0101Phone: (912) 427-0800Fax: (912) 427-6029
- 8 N Williams StMetter, GA 30439-4547Phone: (912) 685-3550Fax: (912) 685-3553
- 101 W Mulberry Blvd, Ste 140Pooler, GA 31322Phone: (912) 748-5111Fax: (912) 748-6699
- 60 Exchange St Ste B1Richmond Hill, GA 31324-7646Phone: (912) 756-2273Fax: (912) 756-3773
- 810 Towne Park Dr Ste 200Rincon, GA 31326-5167Phone: (912) 826-2533Fax: (912) 826-2572
- 16915 Highway 67 Ste aStatesboro, GA 30458-5819Phone: (912) 681-2500Fax: (912) 681-2025
- 8201 Pinellas DrBluffton, SC 29910Phone: (843) 705-9401
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-22
- Last updated
- 2019-10-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Nicholson's NPI number?
- Christopher Nicholson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821071044, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Nicholson's specialty?
- Christopher Nicholson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Nicholson located?
- Christopher Nicholson's practice location on file with NPPES is 210 E Derenne Ave, Savannah, GA 31405-6736.
- What is Christopher Nicholson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Nicholson is (912) 644-5300.
- Does Christopher Nicholson accept Medicare?
- Christopher Nicholson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Nicholson's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Nicholson's NPI (1821071044) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-10-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.