DAVID WILLIAM NICKELS
Prescription History 1083345607
Physician Assistant in Syracuse, NY
What does David Nickels prescribe?
In 2024, David Nickels wrote 1,141 Medicare prescriptions for 48 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 105 prescriptions for 50 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 David Nickels prescribes.
Medications 48 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 New York prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 105 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (195). Medicare paid $4.34 per fill, versus $10.41 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
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 62 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 67% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (93). Medicare paid $3.82 per fill, versus $6.94 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
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 52 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 34% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (151). Medicare paid $5.10 per fill, versus $6.16 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
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 48 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (82). Medicare paid $12.41 per fill, versus $12.77 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
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 47 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 64% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (74). Medicare paid $24.08 per fill, versus $33.48 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
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 45 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (99). Medicare paid $7.80 per fill, versus $11.48 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
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 42 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 31% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (133). Medicare paid $8.43 per fill, versus $13.15 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 high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 36 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (68). Medicare paid $5.16 per fill, versus $4.36 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 32 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $3.70 per fill, versus $10.10 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 product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema).
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 31 prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $797.57 per fill, versus $832.82 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
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 26 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $3.95 per fill, versus $10.86 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
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 26 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 21% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (124). Medicare paid $13.85 per fill, versus $14.37 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 mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety).
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 25 prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $3.75 per fill, versus $10.03 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
Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 23 prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 66% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $5.17 per fill, versus $7.82 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 anxiety.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 22 prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $29.45 per fill, versus $13.56 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
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 21 prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (45). Medicare paid $3.66 per fill, versus $3.04 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
Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid is a combination penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 21 prescriptions for Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass, about 76% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $6.87 per fill, versus $8.73 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
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 21 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 31% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (69). Medicare paid $7.92 per fill, versus $13.04 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 21 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about 65% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $4.87 per fill, versus $19.76 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
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 21 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 30% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (70). Medicare paid $6.08 per fill, versus $11.79 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
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 20 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 32% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $7.60 per fill, versus $12.76 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 New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 20 prescriptions for Prednisone, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (47). Medicare paid $1.98 per fill, versus $4.12 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 relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 19 prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about 33% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $7.52 per fill, versus $19.79 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
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 19 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 17% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (113). Medicare paid $5.27 per fill, versus $9.47 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
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 18 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about 39% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (46). Medicare paid $3.71 per fill, versus $10.29 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 a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 18 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 14% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (126). Medicare paid $8.79 per fill, versus $14.99 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
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 17 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $2.75 per fill, versus $4.76 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 17 prescriptions for Glipizide, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $0.96 per fill, versus $8.43 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
Methylprednisolone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal/lung diseases, and immune system disorders.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 17 prescriptions for Methylprednisolone, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (35). Medicare paid $6.30 per fill, versus $7.58 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
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 16 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 41% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $12.33 per fill, versus $7.95 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
Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 16 prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 30% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $3.09 per fill, versus $5.43 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
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 15 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about 39% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $12.61 per fill, versus $5.66 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
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 15 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 28% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (53). Medicare paid $1.99 per fill, versus $3.65 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
Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 15 prescriptions for Ozempic, about 24% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $980.60 per fill, versus $1,284.03 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 14 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $3.27 per fill, versus $8.35 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 is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 14 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 39% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $11.82 per fill, versus $20.43 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
Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 13 prescriptions for Clonazepam, about 26% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (51). Medicare paid $8.35 per fill, versus $8.71 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 a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those that cause acne.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 13 prescriptions for Doxycycline Hyclate, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $7.84 per fill, versus $11.93 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
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 13 prescriptions for Glipizide Er, about 33% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $7.39 per fill, versus $13.19 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 mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 13 prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 21% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $3.94 per fill, versus $8.54 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
See also Warning section.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 13 prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 31% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $11.55 per fill, versus $7.09 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 an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 12 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about half as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $11.33 per fill, versus $13.08 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 depression.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 12 prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 21% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $5.30 per fill, versus $7.91 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
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 11 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about 20% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $5.51 per fill, versus $8.29 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 combination medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 11 prescriptions for Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine, about 40% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $38.30 per fill, versus $30.12 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 mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder).
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 11 prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about 19% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $7.42 per fill, versus $16.33 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
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 11 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 15% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (73). Medicare paid $6.59 per fill, versus $8.04 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 a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with New York prescribers
David Nickels wrote 11 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 25% as often as the typical New York prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $2.19 per fill, versus $15.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about David Nickels’s prescriptions
What does David Nickels prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, David Nickels's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (105), Lisinopril (62) and Amlodipine Besylate (52).
How does David Nickels's prescribing compare with other New York prescribers?
Of the 48 medications with a state comparison, David Nickels prescribes 1 about as often than the typical New York prescriber and 47 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication David Nickels 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 New York 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.
