Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. George Nichols, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Vero Beach, FL
- NPI 1427050152
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 87.9 / 100 · 2023
- 47 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3450 11Th CT, Suite 302A
Vero Beach, FL 329605012
(772) 794-1444
fax (772) 794-1475 - Mailing address
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1000 36Th St
Vero Beach, FL 329604862
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 21, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1979 — 47 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Florida #ME44303 · Florida #ME0044303
- Medicaid
- FL #042097200
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1427050152. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,121
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$185,351
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 367 | 247 | $37 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 227 | 135 | $54 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 160 | 157 | $69 | |
99202 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes | 138 | 138 | $50 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 130 | 115 | $9 | |
27447 |
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee | 56 | 45 | $1,390 | |
27130 |
Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis | 32 | 31 | $1,410 | |
23472 |
Prosthetic repair of shoulder joint, total shoulder | 11 | 11 | $1,582 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in Vero Beach Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 125. This provider delivers 9.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$15,872
Transactions
13
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ortho Development Corporation | 13 | $15,872.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
670
Patients
480
Total drug cost
$7,325
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 318 | 207 | $1,243 |
| Diclofenac Potassium | Generic | 82 | 47 | $3,744 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 70 | 57 | $310 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 54 | 52 | $479 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 46 | 41 | $801 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 43 | 38 | $140 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 31 | 21 | $364 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 26 | 17 | $244 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. George Nichols's medical specialty?
Dr. George Nichols practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Vero Beach, FL.
Where does Dr. George Nichols practice?
Dr. George Nichols practices at 3450 11Th CT, Vero Beach, FL 329605012. Office phone: 7727941444.
What is Dr. George Nichols's NPI?
Dr. George Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427050152, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. George Nichols accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. George Nichols accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. George Nichols commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99212); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.