Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Samuel Nickles, M.D.
Urology Physician (CMS: Urology) · Surgery Physician · North Charleston, SC
- NPI 1275854457
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 83.3 / 100 · 2023
- 16 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2890 Tricom St
North Charleston, SC 294069171
(843) 797-6600
fax (843) 820-1440
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 16, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208800000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #TL32770
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1275854457. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,727
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$353,935
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
81002 |
Urinalysis, manual test | 1,607 | 800 | $3 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 1,073 | 635 | $86 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 624 | 387 | $120 | |
J9217 |
Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg | 248 | 29 | $170 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 234 | 165 | $8 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 174 | 174 | $158 | |
52000 |
Diagnostic exam of bladder and urethra using an endoscope | 116 | 99 | $215 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 105 | 27 | $13 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 86 | 31 | $22 | |
51798 |
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding | 70 | 55 | $10 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in North Charleston Urology Physician, average services per provider: 285. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,929
Transactions
73
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axonics, INC. | 7 | $270.35 | |
| Sumitomo Pharma America, INC. | 14 | $229.34 | |
| Astellas Pharma US INC | 7 | $169.38 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 13 | $157.94 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 5 | $103.29 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 5 | $102.34 | |
| Urogen Pharma, INC. | 3 | $98.97 | |
| Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC | 3 | $79.60 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 3 | $79.51 | |
| Laborie Medical Technologies Corp. | 1 | $71.31 | |
| ConvaTec INC. | 2 | $68.43 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 3 | $61.06 | |
| Ferring Pharmaceuticals INC. | 2 | $57.53 | |
| Myriad Genetic Laboratories, INC. | 3 | $55.65 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 2 | $52.92 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,448
Patients
979
Total drug cost
$227,952
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 999 | 323 | $20,259 |
| Myrbetriq (Mirabegron) | Brand | 196 | 45 | $138,631 |
| Finasteride | Generic | 154 | 48 | $3,002 |
| Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro (Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst) | Brand | 146 | 74 | $4,582 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 135 | 102 | $544 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 119 | 101 | $443 |
| Bicalutamide | Generic | 104 | 32 | $2,447 |
| Desmopressin Acetate | Generic | 104 | 22 | $6,148 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 100 | 63 | $350 |
| Testosterone Cypionate | Generic | 89 | 18 | $2,120 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Samuel Nickles's medical specialty?
Dr. Samuel Nickles practices Urology Physician in North Charleston, SC.
Where does Dr. Samuel Nickles practice?
Dr. Samuel Nickles practices at 2890 Tricom St, North Charleston, SC 294069171. Office phone: 8437976600.
What is Dr. Samuel Nickles's NPI?
Dr. Samuel Nickles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275854457, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Samuel Nickles accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Samuel Nickles accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Samuel Nickles commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Urinalysis, manual test (HCPCS 81002); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.