Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Lauren Nicholls, M.D.
Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician (CMS: Hospice/Palliative Care) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Scranton, PA
- NPI 1508244377
- Accepts Medicare
- 11 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1800 Mulberry St
Scranton, PA 185102369
(570) 703-8000
fax (570) 703-8002 - Mailing address
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100 N Academy Ave
Danville, PA 178224903
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 27, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207QH0002X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD467491
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1508244377. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
303
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$32,655
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 73 | 71 | $125 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 54 | 41 | $76 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 49 | 49 | $167 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 34 | 33 | $80 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 31 | 26 | $48 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 30 | 17 | $87 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 20 | 19 | $115 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 12 | 12 | $174 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 37. This provider delivers 8.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
298
Patients
60
Total drug cost
$58,147
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 109 | 47 | $5,549 |
| Oxycontin (Oxycodone Hcl) | Brand | 33 | 13 | $41,886 |
| Methadone Hcl | Generic | 28 | 0 | $1,217 |
| Buprenorphine | Generic | 25 | 0 | $6,942 |
| Morphine Sulfate | Generic | 18 | 0 | $677 |
| Lorazepam | Generic | 17 | 0 | $300 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 16 | 0 | $111 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $446 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 14 | 0 | $321 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | Generic | 12 | 0 | $358 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Lauren Nicholls's medical specialty?
Dr. Lauren Nicholls practices Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician in Scranton, PA.
Where does Dr. Lauren Nicholls practice?
Dr. Lauren Nicholls practices at 1800 Mulberry St, Scranton, PA 185102369. Office phone: 5707038000.
What is Dr. Lauren Nicholls's NPI?
Dr. Lauren Nicholls's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508244377, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Lauren Nicholls accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Lauren Nicholls accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Lauren Nicholls commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222); 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.