Nicole L Thurston, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Nicole L Thurston is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Boise, ID with over 23 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Nicole L Thurston, MD practices as part of a group psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Boise, ID. She has been practicing since 2007 — over 23 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have anxiety, mood disorders, and depression. CMS MIPS quality score: 83.32/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 43% of reporting doctors in Idaho
- Uses generic medications more than 92% of reporting doctors in Idaho
- Federal MIPS score higher than 25% of MIPS-scored doctors in Idaho
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
100 E Idaho St, Boise, ID 83712-6267
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202383.32/100
Idaho avg: 84.8 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.3 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.87%
Idaho avg: 6.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Idaho1.87% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better97%
Idaho avg: 84.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.2 pts)
Top 8% of reporting doctors in IdahoHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
60
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
112
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
697
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $39k
Percentile rankings compared against 179 reporting peers in Idaho.
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 Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, and Depression.
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
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%↑ More patients than average (+36%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+32%) — 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 (-1%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — 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.
23 years in practice
Experienced
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Mailing address
190 E Bannock St, Boise, ID 83712-6241
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Nicole L Thurston
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Nicole L Thurston for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, depression management — no travel to Boise 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 Nicole L Thurston
NPI records show Dr. Thurston as active with telehealth listed in Boise, ID. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (208) 381-2711.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Nicole L Thurston
Practice Location
100 E Idaho St, Boise, ID 83712-6267
Mailing Address
190 E Bannock St, Boise, ID 83712-6241
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