Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. David Nitschmann, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Alpine, TX
- NPI 1518580315
- Accepts Medicare
- 6 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2600 N State Highway 118
Alpine, TX 798302002
(432) 837-0430
fax (432) 837-0249
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2020 — 6 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 18, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2020 — 6 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #U6039
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518580315. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
65
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$5,698
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 34 | 14 | $76 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 16 | 14 | $78 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 15 | 14 | $125 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Alpine Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 28. This provider delivers 2.3× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
520
Patients
187
Total drug cost
$62,796
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 64 | 23 | $1,061 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 48 | 25 | $339 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 46 | 23 | $446 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 43 | 20 | $463 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 36 | 18 | $667 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 35 | 14 | $635 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 32 | 14 | $197 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 32 | 0 | $225 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 30 | 0 | $621 |
| Trulicity (Dulaglutide) | Brand | 30 | 0 | $30,976 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. David Nitschmann's medical specialty?
Dr. David Nitschmann practices Family Medicine Physician in Alpine, TX.
Where does Dr. David Nitschmann practice?
Dr. David Nitschmann practices at 2600 N State Highway 118, Alpine, TX 798302002. Office phone: 4328370430.
What is Dr. David Nitschmann's NPI?
Dr. David Nitschmann's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518580315, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. David Nitschmann accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. David Nitschmann accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. David Nitschmann commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99238); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.