Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nico del Piccolo, MD
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Surgery Physician · Surgery Physician · Hobart, IN
- NPI 1538696620
- Accepts Medicare
- 9 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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1400 S Lake Park Ave Ste 202
Hobart, IN 463426791
(219) 947-6690
fax (219) 947-6125 - Additional location
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3800 Saint Mary RD Ste 303
Valparaiso, IN 463833986 - Mailing address
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8558 Broadway
Merrillville, IN 464107032
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 18, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2017 — 9 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Indiana #01088380A · Florida #STUDENT · Florida #TRN25320
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538696620. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
377
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$63,639
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 92 | 48 | $111 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 78 | 41 | $73 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 48 | 47 | $162 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 32 | 32 | $194 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 28 | 28 | $155 | |
47563 |
Removal of gallbladder with x-ray study of bile ducts using an endoscope | 27 | 27 | $609 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 18 | 17 | $119 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 16 | 16 | $114 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 14 | 14 | $167 | |
49650 |
Repair of groin hernia using an endoscope | 12 | 12 | $473 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Hobart Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 36. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$123
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kerecis Limited | 1 | $41.40 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 2 | $40.57 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $24.83 | |
| Teleflex LLC | 1 | $16.34 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
172
Patients
150
Total drug cost
$1,106
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 83 | 72 | $735 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 77 | 67 | $314 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 12 | 11 | $57 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nico del Piccolo's medical specialty?
Dr. Nico del Piccolo practices Surgery Physician in Hobart, IN.
Where does Dr. Nico del Piccolo practice?
Dr. Nico del Piccolo practices at 1400 S Lake Park Ave Ste 202, Hobart, IN 463426791. Office phone: 2199476690.
What is Dr. Nico del Piccolo's NPI?
Dr. Nico del Piccolo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538696620, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nico del Piccolo accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nico del Piccolo accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nico del Piccolo commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.