Douglas Nuckols, MD
NPI 1982696837 · Otolaryngology Physician · Fort Wayne, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Douglas Nuckols, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Fort Wayne, IN (NPI 1982696837).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982696837
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01052220A (IN)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
20 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
4,157 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Service for Preparation and Provision of 1 Or More Antigens95165 | 2,170 | $14 |
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract Injected Into Skin95024 | 480 | $7 |
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 456 | $3 |
| Professional Service for Multiple Injections of Allergen95117 | 410 | $12 |
| Professional Service for Single Injection of Allergen95115 | 198 | $10 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 102 | $125 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | 494 | 142 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 160 | 68 |
| Cefdinir | 91 | 60 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 58 | 54 |
| Cephalexin | 52 | 51 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 50 | 21 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 47 | 30 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$513 across 26 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
- 2005-08-17
- Last updated
- 2009-11-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Douglas Nuckols's NPI number?
- Douglas Nuckols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982696837, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Douglas Nuckols's specialty?
- Douglas Nuckols is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Douglas Nuckols located?
- Douglas Nuckols's practice location on file with NPPES is 10021 Dupont Circle Ct, Fort Wayne, IN 46825-1604.
- What is Douglas Nuckols's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Douglas Nuckols is (260) 426-8117.
- Does Douglas Nuckols accept Medicare?
- Douglas Nuckols is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Douglas Nuckols's NPI active?
- Yes — Douglas Nuckols's NPI (1982696837) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-11-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.