Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Paula Nicola, M.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Addiction Medicine (Preventive Medicine) Physician · Chattanooga, TN
- NPI 1659319010
- Accepts Medicare
- 24 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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979 E 3Rd St Ste 240
Chattanooga, TN 374032136
(423) 243-3330
fax (423) 648-6487 - Additional location
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5870 Highway-153, Suite 122
Hixson, TN 373433734
(423) 243-3342
fax (423) 402-8155 - Mailing address
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979 E 3Rd St, Suite 240
Chattanooga, TN 374032136
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 10, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Tennessee #MD0000037970 · Tennessee #0000037970
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1659319010. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
650
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$67,758
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 282 | 264 | $116 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 137 | 77 | $118 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 51 | 51 | $34 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 49 | 49 | $57 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 47 | 47 | $136 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 44 | 39 | $83 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 24 | 24 | $154 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 16 | 15 | $37 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in Chattanooga Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 160. This provider delivers 4.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$183
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 3 | $94.85 | |
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries INC. | 2 | $42.98 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 1 | $22.91 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 1 | $22.33 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
771
Patients
222
Total drug cost
$86,641
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 319 | 83 | $6,950 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 68 | 26 | $3,189 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 66 | 24 | $791 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 61 | 17 | $1,624 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 54 | 38 | $3,285 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 39 | 23 | $647 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 35 | 11 | $370 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 27 | 0 | $9,896 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 19 | 0 | $16,854 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $12,437 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paula Nicola's medical specialty?
Dr. Paula Nicola practices Ophthalmology Physician in Chattanooga, TN.
Where does Dr. Paula Nicola practice?
Dr. Paula Nicola practices at 979 E 3Rd St Ste 240, Chattanooga, TN 374032136. Office phone: 4232433330.
What is Dr. Paula Nicola's NPI?
Dr. Paula Nicola's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659319010, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paula Nicola accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paula Nicola accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paula Nicola commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Imaging of optic nerve (HCPCS 92133). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.