Nicholas Ward, M.D.
NPI 1932546173 · Emergency Medicine Physician · San Diego, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Ward, M.D. is a Emergency Medicine Physician provider in San Diego, CA (NPI 1932546173).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1932546173
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Emergency Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A129359 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
437 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 125 | $140 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 43 | $198 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 39 | $100 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 37 | $8 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 | 32 | $16 |
| 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 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | 79 | 77 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 59 | 59 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 32 | 32 |
| Ibuprofen | 23 | 23 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 22 | 22 |
| Prednisone | 13 | 13 |
| Methocarbamol | 11 | 11 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-05-29
- Last updated
- 2016-03-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Ward's NPI number?
- Nicholas Ward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932546173, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Ward's specialty?
- Nicholas Ward is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Emergency Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Ward located?
- Nicholas Ward's practice location on file with NPPES is 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103-9000.
- What is Nicholas Ward's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Ward is (858) 657-7000.
- Does Nicholas Ward accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Ward is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Ward's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Ward's NPI (1932546173) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-03-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.