Anthony Jerome Nix, M.D.
Anthony Jerome Nix is a Family Medicine specialist based in Sylacauga, AL with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across AL can see Anthony Jerome Nix, M.D. in person in Sylacauga or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine in 2011 and has 15+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 35% of reporting doctors in Alabama
- Uses generic medications more than 47% of reporting doctors in Alabama
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
209 W Spring St Suite 100, Sylacauga, AL 35150-2973
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.77%
Alabama avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.3 pts)
1.77% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.5%
Alabama avg: 84.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in AlabamaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
319
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
972
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
21,456
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.14M
Percentile rankings compared against 268 reporting peers in Alabama.
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 Arthritis.
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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2011
University of South Alabama College of Medicine
15 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of South Alabama College of Medicine (Class of 2011)
Mailing address
315 W Hickory St, Sylacauga, AL 35150-2913
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 030055
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Anthony Jerome Nix for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Sylacauga 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 Anthony Jerome Nix
Dr. Nix is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Sylacauga, AL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (256) 401-4686.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Anthony Jerome Nix
Practice Location
209 W Spring St Suite 100, Sylacauga, AL 35150-2973
Mailing Address
315 W Hickory St, Sylacauga, AL 35150-2913
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