Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Douglas Nicholson, DO
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Rock Hill, SC
- NPI 1649273582
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 71.9 / 100 · 2023
- 28 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
1436 Riverchase Blvd
Rock Hill, SC 297321777
(803) 329-2636
fax (803) 329-2184 - Additional location
-
322 S Main St
Lancaster, SC 297202437
(803) 286-8446
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 5, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #0717
- Medicaid
- SC #T00380
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649273582. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,103
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$299,021
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Q9967 |
Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml | 2,348 | 82 | $0 | |
J0885 |
Injection, epoetin alfa, (for non-esrd use), 1000 units | 1,170 | 13 | $7 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 337 | 230 | $118 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 171 | 25 | $344 | |
J2250 |
Injection, midazolam hydrochloride, per 1 mg | 124 | 59 | $0 | |
99153 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure, each additional 15 minutes | 116 | 61 | $10 | |
J3010 |
Injection, fentanyl citrate, 0.1 mg | 107 | 69 | $1 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 99 | 54 | $75 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 86 | 61 | $46 | |
36902 |
Insertion of needle and/or tube into hemodialysis circuit and balloon dilation of dialysis segment with review by radiologist | 73 | 58 | $1,097 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Rock Hill Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 172. This provider delivers 30× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$71
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calliditas Therapeutics US INC. | 3 | $70.60 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
639
Patients
214
Total drug cost
$43,231
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torsemide | Generic | 76 | 33 | $2,859 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 67 | 27 | $562 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 63 | 21 | $1,371 |
| Spironolactone | Generic | 58 | 21 | $856 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 47 | 20 | $621 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 47 | 18 | $803 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 39 | 20 | $284 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 36 | 13 | $584 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 35 | 15 | $24,604 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 34 | 13 | $8,184 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Douglas Nicholson's medical specialty?
Dr. Douglas Nicholson practices Nephrology Physician in Rock Hill, SC.
Where does Dr. Douglas Nicholson practice?
Dr. Douglas Nicholson practices at 1436 Riverchase Blvd, Rock Hill, SC 297321777. Office phone: 8033292636.
What is Dr. Douglas Nicholson's NPI?
Dr. Douglas Nicholson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649273582, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Douglas Nicholson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Douglas Nicholson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Douglas Nicholson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml (HCPCS Q9967); Injection, epoetin alfa, (for non-esrd use), 1000 units (HCPCS J0885); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.