Jennifer Lauren Nichols, M.D.
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Jennifer Lauren Nichols is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Winfield, IL with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Jennifer Lauren Nichols, M.D. has been part of the Winfield medical community since 2013 in group practice. She graduated from University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) in 2013 and has 13+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and parkinson (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 94.1/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 48% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Uses generic medications more than 74% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Federal MIPS score higher than 46% of MIPS-scored doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
25 N Winfield Rd Ste 432, Winfield, IL 60190-1222
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Illinois, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202394.1/100
Illinois avg: 88.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in IllinoisHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.7%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Illinois0.7% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.7%
Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.9 pts)
Better than 74% of reporting doctors in IllinoisHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
239
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
343
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,284
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.01M
Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Parkinson's Disease.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A progressive nervous system disorder affecting movement and coordination
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$557 received from industry
20 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Jennifer Lauren Nichols's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.74 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2013
University of Illinois College of Medicine
13 years in practice
Established
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (Class of 2013)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Jennifer Lauren Nichols
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Jennifer Lauren Nichols for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations — no travel to Winfield required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jennifer Lauren Nichols
Dr. Nichols is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Winfield, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (630) 933-4056.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Jennifer Lauren Nichols
Practice Location
25 N Winfield Rd Ste 432, Winfield, IL 60190-1222
Mailing Address
25 N Winfield Rd Ste 432, Winfield, IL 60190-1222
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