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Dr. Edward Nicklas, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (CMS: Endocrinology) · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Temple, TX
- NPI 1639138605
- Accepts Medicare
- 30 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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1605 S 31St St
Temple, TX 765080001
(254) 215-0100 - Additional location
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3525 W Holcombe Blvd Fl 1
Houston, TX 770251313
(713) 814-2800
fax (713) 814-2805 - Mailing address
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Po Box 844658
Dallas, TX 752844658
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 16, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1996 — 30 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RE0101X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #K7464 · North Carolina #200500090
- Medicaid
- NC #5900441
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1639138605. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
417
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$54,245
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 301 | 149 | $126 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 66 | 66 | $169 | |
76536 |
Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue | 38 | 36 | $111 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 12 | 11 | $81 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Temple Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician, average services per provider: 81. This provider delivers 5.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$99
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott Laboratories | 3 | $60.46 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $19.85 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $18.35 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,191
Patients
406
Total drug cost
$781,377
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 217 | 69 | $3,324 |
| Lantus Solostar (Insulin Glargine,Hum.Rec.Anlog) | Brand | 103 | 46 | $100,952 |
| Novolog Flexpen (Insulin Aspart) | Brand | 98 | 33 | $111,355 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 93 | 30 | $1,508 |
| Methimazole | Generic | 79 | 22 | $1,538 |
| Trulicity (Dulaglutide) | Brand | 79 | 16 | $131,381 |
| Levemir Flexpen (Insulin Detemir) | Brand | 70 | 16 | $66,071 |
| Ultra-Fine Mini Pen Needle (Pen Needle, Diabetic) | Brand | 68 | 33 | $7,161 |
| Januvia (Sitagliptin Phosphate) | Brand | 63 | 25 | $92,308 |
| Glipizide | Generic | 62 | 24 | $1,112 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Edward Nicklas's medical specialty?
Dr. Edward Nicklas practices Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician in Temple, TX.
Where does Dr. Edward Nicklas practice?
Dr. Edward Nicklas practices at 1605 S 31St St, Temple, TX 765080001. Office phone: 2542150100.
What is Dr. Edward Nicklas's NPI?
Dr. Edward Nicklas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639138605, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Edward Nicklas accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Edward Nicklas accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Edward Nicklas commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue (HCPCS 76536). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.