Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. John Nickless, M.D.
Sports Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician (CMS: Sports Medicine) · Family Medicine Physician · Chicago, IL
- NPI 1447699186
- Accepts Medicare
- 13 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1611 W. Harrison St.
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 243-4244 - Mailing address
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1611 W Harrison St
Chicago, IL 606124861
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 22, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207QS0010X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Illinois #036.139134 · Illinois #125.063116
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1447699186. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
38,571
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$893,378
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3304 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, preservative-free, extended-release, microsphere formulation, 1 mg | 17,984 | 221 | $17 | |
J7329 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, trivisc, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg | 14,857 | 134 | $9 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 1,269 | 518 | $67 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 1,178 | 394 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 973 | 482 | $118 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 438 | 332 | $82 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 370 | 289 | $41 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 237 | 237 | $152 | |
J7326 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, gel-one, for intra-articular injection, per dose | 196 | 109 | $494 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 177 | 120 | $29 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in this city , average services per provider: 702. This provider delivers 55× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
409
Patients
183
Total drug cost
$2,265
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 107 | 55 | $441 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 84 | 50 | $350 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 67 | 14 | $459 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 45 | 26 | $475 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 42 | 38 | $69 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 39 | 0 | $241 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 14 | 0 | $56 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 11 | 0 | $174 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. John Nickless's medical specialty?
Dr. John Nickless practices Sports Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician in Chicago, IL.
Where does Dr. John Nickless practice?
Dr. John Nickless practices at 1611 W. Harrison St., Chicago, IL 60612. Office phone: 3122434244.
What is Dr. John Nickless's NPI?
Dr. John Nickless's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447699186, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Nickless accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. John Nickless accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. John Nickless commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, preservative-free, extended-release, microsphere formulation, 1 mg (HCPCS J3304); Hyaluronan or derivative, trivisc, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg (HCPCS J7329); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.