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Dr. Christopher Nichols, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (CMS: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) · Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician · Obesity Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Trussville, AL
- NPI 1417915596
- Accepts Medicare
- 31 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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119 Watterson Pkwy
Trussville, AL 351732307
(872) 231-3162
fax (702) 977-1496 - Mailing address
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Po Box 74008272
Chicago, IL 606748272
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 9, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208100000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Alabama #00023044 · Louisiana #311032 · Indiana #01094928A
- Medicaid (2)
- IN #300109470 · LA #1485250
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1417915596. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,380
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$198,610
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 1,922 | 275 | $76 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 201 | 188 | $125 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 189 | 181 | $109 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 39 | 35 | $114 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 29 | 28 | $77 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Trussville Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician, average services per provider: 476. This provider delivers 5.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
90
Patients
58
Total drug cost
$6,985
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 24 | 21 | $230 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 16 | 15 | $142 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $6,348 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 13 | 11 | $47 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $107 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 11 | 11 | $111 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Nichols's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Nichols practices Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician in Trussville, AL.
Where does Dr. Christopher Nichols practice?
Dr. Christopher Nichols practices at 119 Watterson Pkwy, Trussville, AL 351732307. Office phone: 8722313162.
What is Dr. Christopher Nichols's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417915596, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Nichols accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Nichols accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Nichols commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.