Edward Wilson Nicklas, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Edward Wilson Nicklas is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Temple, TX with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Edward Wilson Nicklas, MD has practiced internal medicine for 30+ years, working in group practice. A Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University graduate since 1996, he brings 30+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes.
Older · 250dNPPES updated 2025-09-16 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better43.2%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-39.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
191
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
338
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,053
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.33M
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
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 Diabetes.
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — 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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — 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 (-6%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$99 received from industry
5 transactions 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 Edward Wilson Nicklas's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University
Board certified · Sep 15, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Education & Training
Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University (Class of 1996)
Mailing address
Po Box 844658, Dallas, TX 75284-4658
Differs from practice location
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Edward Wilson Nicklas
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Edward Wilson Nicklas for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Temple 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 Edward Wilson Nicklas
Dr. Nicklas is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Temple, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (254) 215-0100.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1605 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508-0001
Mailing Address
Po Box 844658, Dallas, TX 75284-4658
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