Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Nicholson, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Savannah, GA
- NPI 1821071044
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 27 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 10 locations across 2 states.
- Primary practice
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210 E Derenne Ave
Savannah, GA 314056736
(912) 644-5300
fax (912) 644-5260 - Mailing address
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210 E Derenne Avenue
Savannah, GA 31405
Georgia — 7 locations
- Additional location
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101 W Mulberry Blvd, Ste 140
Pooler, GA 31322
(912) 748-5111
fax (912) 748-6699 - Additional location
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166 Memorial Dr
Jesup, GA 315450101
(912) 427-0800
fax (912) 427-6029 - Additional location
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16915 Highway 67 Ste A
Statesboro, GA 304585819
(912) 681-2500
fax (912) 681-2025 - Additional location
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60 Exchange St Ste B1
Richmond Hill, GA 313247646
(912) 756-2273
fax (912) 756-3773 - Additional location
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602 E Long St
Claxton, GA 304175914
(912) 739-3275
fax (912) 439-4011 - Additional location
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8 N Williams St
Metter, GA 304394547
(912) 685-3550
fax (912) 685-3553 - Additional location
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810 Towne Park Dr Ste 200
Rincon, GA 313265167
(912) 826-2533
fax (912) 826-2572
South Carolina — 2 locations
- Additional location
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25 Hospital Center Blvd Ste 100
Hilton Head, SC 299262735
(800) 827-6536
fax (912) 644-5241 - Additional location
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8201 Pinellas Dr
Bluffton, SC 29910
(843) 705-9401
fax (843) 705-9402
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 30, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Georgia #57734 · South Carolina #MD30266 · North Carolina #2004-01658
- Medicaid (3)
- NC #5901024 · GA #788032045F · SC #N01659
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1821071044. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,360
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$166,335
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 1,033 | 152 | $1 | |
73630 |
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views | 702 | 480 | $32 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 568 | 373 | $86 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 251 | 231 | $120 | |
73610 |
X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views | 183 | 136 | $34 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 146 | 146 | $158 | |
20600 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | 132 | 71 | $49 | |
77002 |
Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement | 100 | 60 | $107 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 100 | 100 | $107 | |
20605 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from medium joint | 88 | 62 | $52 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 12 peers in this city , average services per provider: 130. This provider delivers 26× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$103
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith+Nephew, Inc. | 3 | $58.62 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 2 | $30.40 | |
| Dynasplint Systems Inc. | 1 | $13.58 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
643
Patients
353
Total drug cost
$6,299
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 222 | 81 | $642 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 135 | 73 | $3,134 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 77 | 56 | $424 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 71 | 47 | $1,192 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 53 | 49 | $445 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 39 | 19 | $85 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 35 | 28 | $233 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 11 | 0 | $145 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Nicholson's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Nicholson practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Savannah, GA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Nicholson practice?
Dr. Christopher Nicholson practices at 210 E Derenne Ave, Savannah, GA 314056736. Office phone: 9126445300.
What is Dr. Christopher Nicholson's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Nicholson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821071044, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Nicholson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Nicholson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Nicholson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS 73630); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.