Christopher Nichols, MD
NPI 1902919301 · Neurology Physician · Lakewood, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Nichols, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Lakewood, CO (NPI 1902919301).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902919301
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- DR.0047802 (CO)
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
19 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
102 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Tube Into Intracranial Artery for Diagnosis Or Treatment With Review By Radiologist36223 | 21 | $269 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 19 | $82 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 18 | $12 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 16 | $163 |
| Insertion of Tube Into Internal Neck Artery for Diagnosis Or Treatment With Review By Radiologist36224 | 14 | $347 |
| Insertion of Tube Into Brain Artery for Diagnosis Or Treatment With Review By Radiologist |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$53 across 2 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
- 2006-08-17
- Last updated
- 2026-01-29
- Certified
- 2026-01-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Nichols's NPI number?
- Christopher Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902919301, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Nichols's specialty?
- Christopher Nichols is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Nichols located?
- Christopher Nichols's practice location on file with NPPES is 11750 W 2nd Pl Ste 255, Lakewood, CO 80228-1726.
- What is Christopher Nichols's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Nichols is (720) 321-8040.
- Does Christopher Nichols accept Medicare?
- Christopher Nichols is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Nichols's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Nichols's NPI (1902919301) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.