Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Luke Nicholson, M.D.
Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (CMS: Hand Surgery) · Los Angeles, CA
- NPI 1558771576
- Accepts Medicare
- 13 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1520 San Pablo St Ste 2000
Los Angeles, CA 900335322
(323) 442-5860 - Mailing address
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Po Box 31309
Los Angeles, CA 900310309
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 27, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0106X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A131976
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1558771576. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
477
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$54,353
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 96 | 96 | $140 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 71 | 62 | $104 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 63 | 63 | $148 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 57 | 49 | $70 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 52 | 42 | $116 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 50 | 38 | $76 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 22 | 21 | $38 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 19 | 13 | $46 | |
20600 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | 19 | 16 | $38 | |
64721 |
Release and/or relocation of hand nerve | 16 | 16 | $473 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in this city , average services per provider: 72. This provider delivers 6.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$27,740
Transactions
55
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skeletal Dynamics Inc | 11 | $11,353.24 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 16 | $8,865.35 | |
| Trimed, Inc. | 15 | $6,209.83 | |
| ACUMED LLC | 9 | $1,065.17 | |
| AXOGEN | 1 | $164.25 | |
| Baxter Healthcare | 1 | $49.12 | |
| Ensemble Orthopedics, Inc | 1 | $17.69 | |
| Bone Support Inc. | 1 | $15.43 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Luke Nicholson's medical specialty?
Dr. Luke Nicholson practices Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician in Los Angeles, CA.
Where does Dr. Luke Nicholson practice?
Dr. Luke Nicholson practices at 1520 San Pablo St Ste 2000, Los Angeles, CA 900335322. Office phone: 3234425860.
What is Dr. Luke Nicholson's NPI?
Dr. Luke Nicholson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558771576, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Luke Nicholson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Luke Nicholson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Luke Nicholson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.