Adam Foster Nicholson, MD
Adam Foster Nicholson is an Urology specialist based in Grand Forks, ND with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Adam Foster Nicholson, MD has practiced urology for 21+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Tulane University School of Medicine (class of 2005), he has been practicing for over 21 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 97.58/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 37% of reporting doctors in North Dakota
- Federal MIPS score higher than 91% of MIPS-scored doctors in North Dakota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
4440 S Washington St - Altru Professional Center, Grand Forks, ND 58201
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 91% of doctors in North Dakota on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202397.58/100
North Dakota avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14 pts)
Top 9% of MIPS-scored doctors in North DakotaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.06%
North Dakota avg: 3.7 · US avg: 5.1
≈ Same as national average
5.06% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.7%
North Dakota avg: 83.6 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.9 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
740
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
673
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,461
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $311k
Percentile rankings compared against 160 reporting peers in North Dakota.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Cancer.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$17 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Adam Foster Nicholson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
Tulane University School of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 23, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
21 years in practice
Experienced
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Taxonomy: 208800000X
Education & Training
Tulane University School of Medicine (Class of 2005)
Mailing address
2401 Demers Ave, Grand Forks, ND 58201
Differs from practice location
Virtual Urology Care With Adam Foster Nicholson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Adam Foster Nicholson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Grand Forks 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 Adam Foster Nicholson
Dr. Nicholson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Grand Forks, ND. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (701) 732-7000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
4440 S Washington St - Altru Professional Center, Grand Forks, ND 58201
Mailing Address
2401 Demers Ave, Grand Forks, ND 58201
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