Steven L Nickles, DO

Family Medicine

(201) 327-0500Ramsey, NJ
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Steven L Nickles, DO practices as part of a group family medicine physician practice in Ramsey, NJ. Trained at Des Moines University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences (class of 1987), he has been practicing for over 39 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 52% of reporting doctors in New Jersey
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 789 Family Medicine providers in NJSee all Family Medicine in Ramsey39+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 2106dNPPES updated 2020-07-30 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

470 N Franklin Tpke Ste 203, Ramsey, NJ 07446-1385

Fax: (201) 327-8612
Patient Condition Panel

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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+3%)73%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-5%)44%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-5%)27%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-8%)26%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Cancer
21%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%
GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1987

    Des Moines University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences

  2. Board certified · Jul 29, 2020

    CMS-verified certification date

  3. 39 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Family MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

Des Moines University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences (Class of 1987)

Virtual Family Medicine Care With Steven L Nickles

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Steven L Nickles for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Ramsey required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Steven L Nickles

Dr. Nickles is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Ramsey, NJ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (201) 327-0500.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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