Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Candace Nichols, FNP-C
Family Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1306444617
- Accepts Medicare
- 6 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
8588 Katy Fwy Ste 226A
Houston, TX 770241881
(713) 532-6884
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2020 — 6 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 8, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2020 — 6 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LF0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #1016313
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1306444617. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
440
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$35,643
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 206 | 97 | $106 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 164 | 84 | $75 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 35 | 27 | $20 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 23 | 21 | $8 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 12 | 12 | $48 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 320 peers in Houston Family Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 104. This provider delivers 4.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$202
Transactions
11
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lilly USA, LLC | 5 | $92.93 | |
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 2 | $33.07 | |
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $23.82 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $19.76 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $17.96 | |
| Exact Sciences Corporation | 1 | $14.75 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,644
Patients
579
Total drug cost
$23,652
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 234 | 81 | $3,390 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 161 | 55 | $1,472 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 148 | 51 | $1,672 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 137 | 49 | $2,126 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 136 | 47 | $2,134 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 132 | 47 | $1,463 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 116 | 40 | $547 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 95 | 30 | $1,159 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 89 | 37 | $2,252 |
| Montelukast Sodium | Generic | 77 | 31 | $902 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Candace Nichols's medical specialty?
Dr. Candace Nichols practices Family Nurse Practitioner in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Candace Nichols practice?
Dr. Candace Nichols practices at 8588 Katy Fwy Ste 226A, Houston, TX 770241881. Office phone: 7135326884.
What is Dr. Candace Nichols's NPI?
Dr. Candace Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1306444617, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Candace Nichols accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Candace Nichols accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Candace Nichols commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional (HCPCS 99211). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.