Nicholas Van Sickels, M.D.
NPI 1962683581 · Infectious Disease Physician · Lexington, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Infectious Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Van Sickels, M.D. is a Infectious Disease Physician provider in Lexington, KY (NPI 1962683581).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962683581
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Infectious Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.201407 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
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
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
54 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 30 | $167 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 24 | $118 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $118–$167 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Bictegrav/Emtricit/Tenofov Alabrand: Biktarvy | 127 | 17 |
| Dolutegravir Sodiumbrand: Tivicay | 41 | — |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 28 | — |
| Doravirinebrand: Pifeltro | 24 | — |
| Emtricitabine/Tenofov Alafenambrand: Descovy | 22 | — |
| Darunavir/Cobicistatbrand: Prezcobix | 17 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1631 Elysian Fields AveNew Orleans, LA 70117-8208Phone: (504) 821-2601Fax: (504) 814-6047
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-11-26
- Last updated
- 2022-06-21
- Certified
- 2022-06-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Van Sickels's NPI number?
- Nicholas Van Sickels's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962683581, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Van Sickels's specialty?
- Nicholas Van Sickels is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Infectious Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Van Sickels located?
- Nicholas Van Sickels's practice location on file with NPPES is 3101 Beaumont Centre Cir Ste 100, Lexington, KY 40513-1959.
- What is Nicholas Van Sickels's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Van Sickels is (859) 323-5544.
- Does Nicholas Van Sickels accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Van Sickels is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Van Sickels's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Van Sickels's NPI (1962683581) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-06-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.