Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Nickel, MD
Plastic Surgery Within the Head & Neck (Otolaryngology) Physician (CMS: Otolaryngology) · Otolaryngology Physician · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Atlanta, GA
- NPI 1194111963
- 11 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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550 Peachtree St Ne Ste 1135
Atlanta, GA 303082234
(404) 778-3381 - Additional location
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13330 Usf Laurel Dr
Tampa, FL 336126601
(813) 974-2201 - Additional location
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17 Davis Blvd, Suite 308
Tampa, FL 336063475
(813) 974-2406
fax (813) 974-7314
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 12, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207YX0007X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Florida #ME151039 · Georgia #85394
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1194111963. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
243
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$26,057
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 99 | 59 | $90 | |
31575 |
Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope | 60 | 53 | $128 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 29 | 29 | $113 | |
76536 |
Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue | 24 | 22 | $109 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 16 | 16 | $158 | |
99202 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes | 15 | 15 | $72 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 86. This provider delivers 2.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$467
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| DePuy Synthes Sales Inc. | 2 | $196.19 | |
| AXOGEN | 1 | $145.56 | |
| Medical Device Business Services, Inc. | 3 | $125.48 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
34
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$367
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 12 | 0 | $162 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 11 | 0 | $123 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 11 | 0 | $81 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Nickel's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Nickel practices Plastic Surgery Within the Head & Neck (Otolaryngology) Physician in Atlanta, GA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Nickel practice?
Dr. Christopher Nickel practices at 550 Peachtree St Ne Ste 1135, Atlanta, GA 303082234. Office phone: 4047783381.
What is Dr. Christopher Nickel's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Nickel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194111963, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Nickel accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Christopher Nickel does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Nickel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 31575); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.