Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Nickum, P.A.
Surgical Physician Assistant (CMS: Physician Assistant) · Surgical Physician Assistant · Atlanta, GA
- NPI 1942260302
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 90.2 / 100 · 2023
- 17 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1365A Clifton RD Ne
Atlanta, GA 303221013
(404) 778-3481
fax (404) 778-5585 - Mailing address
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10620 Tuxford Dr
Alpharetta, GA 300227067
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363AS0400X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Georgia #005050 · Florida #PA3218
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1942260302. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
117
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$11,973
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 31 | 31 | $182 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 28 | 27 | $71 | |
36556 |
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) | 22 | 20 | $72 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 19 | 19 | $111 | |
36620 |
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin | 17 | 16 | $38 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 24 peers in Atlanta Surgical Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 61. This provider delivers 1.9× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Nickum's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Nickum practices Surgical Physician Assistant in Atlanta, GA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Nickum practice?
Dr. Christopher Nickum practices at 1365A Clifton RD Ne, Atlanta, GA 303221013. Office phone: 4047783481.
What is Dr. Christopher Nickum's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Nickum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942260302, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Nickum accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Nickum accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Nickum commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Critical care (HCPCS 99291); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99221); Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) (HCPCS 36556). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.