James Maynard Nickerson, M.D.
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine
James Maynard Nickerson is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in Keene, NH with over 43 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY
Patients across NH can see James Maynard Nickerson, M.D. in person in Keene or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport in 1983 and has 43+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, cancer, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 29% of reporting doctors in New Hampshire
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5169dNPPES updated 2012-03-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New Hampshire Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
590 Court St, Keene, NH 03431-1719
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better10.58%
New Hampshire avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+5.5 pts)
10.58% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.8%
New Hampshire avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
436
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
146
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
945
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.11M
Percentile rankings compared against 597 reporting peers in New Hampshire.
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, Cancer, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-22%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$11 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to James Maynard Nickerson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1983
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport
43 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.
Taxonomy: 207RX0202X
Education & Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport (Class of 1983)
Virtual Medical Oncology Care With James Maynard Nickerson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James Maynard Nickerson for blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations, cholesterol management — no travel to Keene 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 Maynard Nickerson
Dr. Nickerson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Keene, NH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (603) 354-5466.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James Maynard Nickerson
Practice Location
590 Court St, Keene, NH 03431-1719
Mailing Address
590 Court St, Keene, NH 03431-1719
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