Kent Nickell, M.D.
NPI 1942270004 · Anatomic Pathology Physician · Waterloo, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kent Nickell, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology Physician provider in Waterloo, IA (NPI 1942270004).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942270004
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 32811 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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 tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
925 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 496 | $35 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 116 | $27 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 100 | $36 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 41 | $34 |
| Cell Examination of Specimen, Concentration Technique88108 | 30 | $21 |
| Evaluation of Fine Needle Aspirate With Interpretation and Report88173 | 20 | $68 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (4)
- 875 S Route 31Crystal Lake, IL 60014-8190Phone: (779) 220-5500
- 1045 W Stephenson StFreeport, IL 61032-4864Phone: (815) 599-6000
- 1045 W Stephenson StFreeport, IL 61032-4864Phone: (815) 599-6000
- 8201 E Riverside BlvdRockford, IL 61114-2300Phone: (815) 971-7000Fax: (815) 968-4795
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-23
- Last updated
- 2026-04-20
- Certified
- 2026-04-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kent Nickell's NPI number?
- Kent Nickell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942270004, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kent Nickell's specialty?
- Kent Nickell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kent Nickell located?
- Kent Nickell's practice location on file with NPPES is 1825 Logan Ave, Waterloo, IA 50703-1916.
- What is Kent Nickell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kent Nickell is (319) 235-3679.
- Does Kent Nickell accept Medicare?
- Kent Nickell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kent Nickell's NPI active?
- Yes — Kent Nickell's NPI (1942270004) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.