James Nicholas Blackwood, FNP-C
James Nicholas Blackwood is a Family Nurse Practitioner based in Scottsboro, AL with over 9 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
James Nicholas Blackwood, FNP-C practices as part of a group family nurse practitioner practice in Scottsboro, AL. He has been practicing since 2017 — over 9 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 41% of reporting doctors in Alabama
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3257dNPPES updated 2017-06-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Alabama Board of Medical Examiners
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1%
Alabama avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Alabama1% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
61
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
315
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,403
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $189k
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%↑ 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 (+12%) — 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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$632 received from industry
34 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 James Nicholas Blackwood's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
9 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LF0000X
Mailing address
47 County Road 751, Hollywood, AL 35752-6637
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 024001
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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 James Nicholas Blackwood for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Scottsboro 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 James Nicholas Blackwood
Dr. Blackwood is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Scottsboro, AL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (256) 259-1505.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James Nicholas Blackwood
Practice Location
412 W Cloverdale Rd, Scottsboro, AL 35768-4264
Mailing Address
47 County Road 751, Hollywood, AL 35752-6637
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