Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joe Nichols, MD
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Phoenix, AZ
- NPI 1578536322
- Accepts Medicare
- 40 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1850 N Central Ave, Suite 1600
Phoenix, AZ 850044527
(602) 262-8900
fax (602) 262-8890
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 11, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1986 — 40 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arizona #18058
- Medicaid
- AZ #297079
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1578536322. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
97
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$17,336
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00400 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body | 38 | 37 | $127 | |
00300 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on skin, muscles, or nerves of head, neck, and upper back | 23 | 22 | $183 | |
00160 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on nose and sinuses | 12 | 12 | $246 | |
00790 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen | 12 | 12 | $280 | |
00830 |
Anesthesia for other repair of lower abdomen hernia (1 year or older) | 12 | 12 | $166 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 166 peers in Phoenix Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 34. This provider delivers 2.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$17
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $17.14 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joe Nichols's medical specialty?
Dr. Joe Nichols practices Anesthesiology Physician in Phoenix, AZ.
Where does Dr. Joe Nichols practice?
Dr. Joe Nichols practices at 1850 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 850044527. Office phone: 6022628900.
What is Dr. Joe Nichols's NPI?
Dr. Joe Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578536322, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joe Nichols accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joe Nichols accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joe Nichols commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body (HCPCS 00400); Anesthesia for other procedure on skin, muscles, or nerves of head, neck, and upper back (HCPCS 00300); Anesthesia for other procedure on nose and sinuses (HCPCS 00160). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.