Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Edward Nichols, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Bakersfield, CA
- NPI 1558372896
- Accepts Medicare
- 32 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3801 San Dimas St
Bakersfield, CA 933015731
(661) 323-8477
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 10, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A44178
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1558372896. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,929
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$134,785
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 468 | 312 | $92 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 343 | 270 | $129 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 329 | 59 | $1 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 156 | 106 | $15 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 104 | 104 | $133 | |
J1885 |
Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg | 74 | 19 | $1 | |
99441 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes | 67 | 64 | $58 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 63 | 54 | $93 | |
G0444 |
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 50 | 50 | $19 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 42 | 39 | $8 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 55 peers in Bakersfield Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 228. This provider delivers 8.5× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
636
Patients
108
Total drug cost
$9,895
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 101 | 33 | $1,661 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 100 | 24 | $1,400 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 55 | 0 | $526 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 51 | 20 | $940 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 44 | 0 | $1,266 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 43 | 19 | $848 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 39 | 12 | $321 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 35 | 0 | $124 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 28 | 0 | $414 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 27 | 0 | $465 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Edward Nichols's medical specialty?
Dr. Edward Nichols practices Internal Medicine Physician in Bakersfield, CA.
Where does Dr. Edward Nichols practice?
Dr. Edward Nichols practices at 3801 San Dimas St, Bakersfield, CA 933015731. Office phone: 6613238477.
What is Dr. Edward Nichols's NPI?
Dr. Edward Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558372896, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Edward Nichols accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Edward Nichols accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Edward Nichols commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.