NICOLE M BATTY MD
Prescription History 1003020413
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Sanford, ME
What does Dr. Batty prescribe?
In 2024, Dr. Batty wrote 208 Medicare prescriptions for 13 medications. The most prescribed was Eliquis (apixaban), with 36 prescriptions for 13 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Dr. Batty prescribes.
Medications 13 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other Maine prescribers.
What it is used for
Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Maine prescribers
Dr. Batty wrote 36 prescriptions for Eliquis, about half as often as the typical Maine prescriber of it (71). Medicare paid $756.27 per fill, versus $1,045.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Anastrozole is used to treat breast cancer in women after menopause.
Compared with Maine prescribers
Dr. Batty wrote 23 prescriptions for Anastrozole, about half as often as the typical Maine prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $15.67 per fill, versus $22.16 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with Maine prescribers
Dr. Batty wrote 21 prescriptions for Prednisone, about half as often as the typical Maine prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $2.87 per fill, versus $3.61 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia, chronic myeloid leukemia, gastrointestinal stromal tumors, and myelodysplastic/myeloproliferative diseases).
Compared with Maine prescribers
Dr. Batty wrote 18 prescriptions for Imatinib Mesylate, about as often as the typical Maine prescriber of it (19). Medicare paid $301.60 per fill, versus $1,493.44 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used by people with sickle cell anemia to reduce the number of painful crises caused by the disease and to reduce the need for blood transfusions.
Compared with Maine prescribers
Dr. Batty wrote 15 prescriptions for Hydroxyurea, about half as often as the typical Maine prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $21.61 per fill, versus $20.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat prostate cancer.
Compared with Maine prescribers
Dr. Batty wrote 13 prescriptions for Abiraterone Acetate, about 25% as often as the typical Maine prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $4,299.58 per fill, versus $2,634.55 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with Maine prescribers
Dr. Batty wrote 13 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 37% as often as the typical Maine prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $2.58 per fill, versus $9.78 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with Maine prescribers
Dr. Batty wrote 13 prescriptions for Ondansetron Hcl, about half as often as the typical Maine prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $11.97 per fill, versus $30.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Enzalutamide is used to treat prostate cancer.
Compared with Maine prescribers
Dr. Batty wrote 12 prescriptions for Xtandi, about half as often as the typical Maine prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $14,260.78 per fill, versus $13,228.95 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
Compared with Maine prescribers
Dr. Batty wrote 11 prescriptions for Acyclovir, about half as often as the typical Maine prescriber of it (21). Medicare paid $15.75 per fill, versus $19.57 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with Maine prescribers
Dr. Batty wrote 11 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 16% as often as the typical Maine prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $5.56 per fill, versus $19.68 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain.
Compared with Maine prescribers
Dr. Batty wrote 11 prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about 25% as often as the typical Maine prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $7.33 per fill, versus $15.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery.
Compared with Maine prescribers
Dr. Batty wrote 11 prescriptions for Xarelto, about 35% as often as the typical Maine prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $546.96 per fill, versus $1,095.13 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Dr. Batty’s prescriptions
What does Dr. Batty prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Dr. Batty's most prescribed medications were Eliquis (36), Anastrozole (23) and Prednisone (21).
How does Dr. Batty's prescribing compare with other Maine prescribers?
Of the 13 medications with a state comparison, Dr. Batty prescribes 1 about as often than the typical Maine prescriber and 12 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Dr. Batty prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the Maine prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.
