Michael Nichols, M.D.
NPI 1952614729 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Chattanooga, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Nichols, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Chattanooga, TN (NPI 1952614729).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952614729
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 51139 (TN)
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
15 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
2,166 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 Chest, 1 View71045 | 251 | $8 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 215 | $10 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis With Contrast74177 | 167 | $80 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 145 | $36 |
| Ct Scan of Chest Without Contrast71250 | 137 | $47 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis Without Contrast74176 | 106 | $76 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 5 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 39 | 28 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 30 | 23 |
| Methylprednisolone | 29 | 25 |
| Ticagrelorbrand: Brilinta | 14 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 13 | — |
Medicare Part D only. These counts cover prescriptions paid through Medicare Part D in 2024 — they do notinclude cash-pay, commercial-insurance, Medicaid, or Part B–administered drugs, and badly undercount high cash-pay categories (e.g. GLP-1 weight-loss, testosterone, and ED medications). Any drug with 10 or fewer claims is omitted by CMS, and beneficiary counts under 11 are suppressed — so a missing drug means no Part D record, never zero. This is a factual claims summary, not an endorsement, not medical advice, and not a consumer report. Source: CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers — by Provider and Drug.
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$349 across 12 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
- 2010-07-21
- Last updated
- 2018-10-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Nichols's NPI number?
- Michael Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952614729, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Nichols's specialty?
- Michael Nichols is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Nichols located?
- Michael Nichols's practice location on file with NPPES is 975 E 3rd St # 376, Chattanooga, TN 37403-2147.
- What is Michael Nichols's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Nichols is (423) 778-7234.
- Does Michael Nichols accept Medicare?
- Michael Nichols is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Nichols's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Nichols's NPI (1952614729) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-10-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.