Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Nichols, P.A.-C.
Surgical Physician Assistant (CMS: Physician Assistant) · Pinehurst, NC
- NPI 1043241763
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 88.0 / 100 · 2023
- 41 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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5 Firstvillage Drive
Pinehurst, NC 28374
(910) 295-6831
fax (910) 295-0244 - Additional location
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4 Turnberry Wood, Braemar CT
Pinehurst, NC 28374
(910) 692-3144
fax (910) 692-2261
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 17, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363AS0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #100825
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1043241763. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,201
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$118,939
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J7322 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, hymovis, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg | 2,112 | 30 | $16 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 1,693 | 142 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 386 | 222 | $73 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 260 | 149 | $56 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 115 | 87 | $37 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 96 | 91 | $103 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 93 | 87 | $8 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 93 | 87 | $8 | |
80048 |
Blood test, basic group of blood chemicals (calcium, total) | 89 | 83 | $8 | |
27447 |
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee | 62 | 60 | $167 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Pinehurst Surgical Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 254. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
207
Patients
195
Total drug cost
$1,635
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 113 | 107 | $818 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 43 | 43 | $374 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 23 | 22 | $185 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 15 | 12 | $224 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 13 | 11 | $34 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Nichols's medical specialty?
Dr. James Nichols practices Surgical Physician Assistant in Pinehurst, NC.
Where does Dr. James Nichols practice?
Dr. James Nichols practices at 5 Firstvillage Drive, Pinehurst, NC 28374. Office phone: 9102956831.
What is Dr. James Nichols's NPI?
Dr. James Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043241763, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Nichols accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Nichols accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Nichols commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hyaluronan or derivative, hymovis, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg (HCPCS J7322); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.