Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nicholas Welker, ARNP
Nurse Practitioner · Lexington, KY
- NPI 1518270651
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 94.8 / 100 · 2023
- 16 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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166 Pasadena Dr, Suite 100
Lexington, KY 405032973
(859) 278-0319
fax (859) 277-9699 - Mailing address
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Po Box 910008
Lexington, KY 405910008
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 10, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Kentucky #49264
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518270651. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
39
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$1,614
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
36556 |
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) | 15 | 15 | $69 | |
36620 |
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin | 12 | 12 | $37 | |
76937 |
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access | 12 | 12 | $12 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 35 peers in Lexington Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 107. This provider delivers 0.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$24
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edwards Lifesciences Corporation | 1 | $24.26 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nicholas Welker's medical specialty?
Dr. Nicholas Welker practices Nurse Practitioner in Lexington, KY.
Where does Dr. Nicholas Welker practice?
Dr. Nicholas Welker practices at 166 Pasadena Dr, Lexington, KY 405032973. Office phone: 8592780319.
What is Dr. Nicholas Welker's NPI?
Dr. Nicholas Welker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518270651, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nicholas Welker accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nicholas Welker accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nicholas Welker commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) (HCPCS 36556); Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin (HCPCS 36620); Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access (HCPCS 76937). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.