David Nitschmann, MD
NPI 1518580315 · Family Medicine Physician · Alpine, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Nitschmann, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Alpine, TX (NPI 1518580315).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518580315
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- U6039 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
6 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
557 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 201 | $75 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 126 | $77 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 76 | $71 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 73 | $123 |
| Nursing Facility Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99315 | 42 | $78 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99305 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 131 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 242 | 86 |
| Lisinopril | 211 | 84 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 172 | 80 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 141 | 53 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 131 | 56 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 121 | 67 |
| Meloxicam | 118 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2020-05-27
- Last updated
- 2025-12-18
- Certified
- 2025-12-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Nitschmann's NPI number?
- David Nitschmann's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518580315, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Nitschmann's specialty?
- David Nitschmann is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Nitschmann located?
- David Nitschmann's practice location on file with NPPES is 2600 N State Highway 118, Alpine, TX 79830-2002.
- What is David Nitschmann's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Nitschmann is (432) 837-0430.
- Does David Nitschmann accept Medicare?
- David Nitschmann is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Nitschmann's NPI active?
- Yes — David Nitschmann's NPI (1518580315) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.