William Francis Nicholson, M.D.

Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

(510) 745-8100Fremont, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

William Francis Nicholson, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 45+ years, working in independent practice. He graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 1981 and has 45+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 58% of reporting doctors in California
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 849 Internal Medicine providers in CASee all Internal Medicine in Fremont45+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 5782dNPPES updated 2010-07-07 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

2557 Mowry Ave Ste 33, Fremont, CA 94538-1614

Fax: (510) 797-4983
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

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

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+17%)51%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+2%)51%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+17%)49%

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

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+16%)46%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+14%)36%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+10%)32%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor

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 · 1981

    University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine

  2. 45 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineCardiovascular Disease in FremontAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.

Taxonomy: 207RC0000X

Education & Training

University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (Class of 1981)

Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With William Francis Nicholson

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

Schedule a virtual visit with William Francis Nicholson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Fremont required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William Francis Nicholson

NPI records show Dr. Nicholson as active with telehealth listed in Fremont, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (510) 745-8100.

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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