Medicare Enrolled
Nicholas Dressel
Nurse Practitioner - Family · Dallas, TX
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
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What this data tells you about Dressel
Nicholas Dressel is a nurse practitioner - family in Dallas, TX, with 8 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dressel performed 5,227 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dressel received a total of $5,200 from 33 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 276 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly reported through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their effect on care. A reliable breakdown by payment category is not available in this snapshot. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dressel is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 8 years of NPI registration
▲ Top 2% volume in TX
$5,200 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary — 2023
Medicare Utilization ↗5,227
Medicare services
Top 2% in TX for nurse practitioner - family
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$28
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
Top procedures by volume
Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.
| Procedure | Volume | Avg. paid | Avg. submitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| COVID-19 antibody test A blood test that measures antibodies to severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19). It detects the presence of immune response markers to the virus. |
460 | $41 | $150 |
| Office visit, established patient, complex (40-54 min) An office or outpatient visit for an existing patient lasting between 40 and 54 minutes. This level of service is determined by the total time spent on the date of the encounter. |
306 | $101 | $510 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
297 | $8 | $22 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
292 | $10 | $45 |
| Office visit, established patient (30-39 min) A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
290 | $61 | $412 |
| Complete blood count (CBC) with differential An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood, including a breakdown of the different types of white blood cells. |
265 | $8 | $45 |
| Free T3 thyroid hormone test A blood test that measures the level of free triiodothyronine (T3) hormone in your body. This helps assess how well your thyroid gland is functioning. |
260 | $17 | $90 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
258 | $9 | $45 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
257 | $7 | $24 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
255 | $13 | $45 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
251 | $10 | $38 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
249 | $16 | $90 |
| Natriuretic peptide level test A blood test that measures the level of natriuretic peptide, a protein produced by the heart and blood vessels. |
224 | $38 | $120 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
217 | $29 | $112 |
| Total testosterone level test A blood test that measures the total amount of testosterone in your body. This hormone is important for various bodily functions in both men and women. |
88 | $25 | $158 |
| Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) level A blood test to measure the level of follicle stimulating hormone, a reproductive hormone. |
86 | $18 | $60 |
| Luteinizing hormone level test A blood test that measures the level of luteinizing hormone, a reproductive hormone. This test helps evaluate hormonal balance and reproductive function. |
86 | $18 | $60 |
| Parathyroid hormone level test A blood test that measures the amount of parathyroid hormone in your body. This hormone helps regulate calcium levels in the blood and bones. |
82 | $40 | $225 |
| Annual intensive behavioral therapy for cardiovascular disease, 15 minutes A yearly, in-person session focused on intensive behavioral therapy to help manage cardiovascular disease. The session lasts for 15 minutes and is conducted with the patient individually. |
77 | $22 | $56 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
75 | $109 | $243 |
| Drug injection, under skin or into muscle A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance via injection into the subcutaneous tissue or muscle. |
70 | $9 | $52 |
| Annual depression screening | 69 | $16 | $54 |
| Uric acid level test A blood test that measures the level of uric acid in your body. Uric acid is a waste product formed when the body breaks down purines. |
61 | $4 | $15 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
60 | $1 | $45 |
| Bone density scan (DEXA) A test that uses low-dose X-rays to measure bone mineral density in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps assess bone strength and risk of fractures. |
58 | $33 | $219 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
58 | $13 | $45 |
| Transferrin level test A blood test that measures the amount of transferrin, a protein that binds to and transports iron in the body. |
58 | $12 | $42 |
| Iron level test | 57 | $6 | $21 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 47 | $18 | $60 |
| Phosphate level test A blood test that measures the amount of phosphate in your body. Phosphate is a mineral that helps keep bones and teeth strong. |
32 | $5 | $18 |
| Direct bilirubin level test A blood test that measures the amount of direct bilirubin in your body. Direct bilirubin is the form of the waste product processed by the liver. |
31 | $5 | $50 |
| Flu vaccine, high-dose High-dose seasonal influenza vaccine for adults aged 65 and older. Contains four times the antigen of standard-dose flu vaccines (60 mcg per strain), split-virus formulation, preservative-free, single-dose syringe. |
29 | $72 | $120 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
29 | $31 | $45 |
| Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV20) An intramuscular injection of the 20-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine. It is used to protect against diseases caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. |
23 | $275 | $407 |
| Prolonged office E/M service, first 15 minutes This code is used for additional time spent by a physician beyond the maximum required time of a primary office or outpatient evaluation and management service. It is billed in 15-minute increments based on total time spent on the date of the primary service. |
23 | $21 | $50 |
| C-reactive protein test (inflammation marker) A blood test that measures the level of C-reactive protein to detect the presence of infection or inflammation in the body. |
19 | $5 | $22 |
| Pneumonia vaccine administration This procedure involves the injection of a vaccine to protect against pneumococcal disease. It is administered by a healthcare provider. |
19 | $31 | $60 |
| Electrocardiogram (EKG), 12-lead A standard heart rhythm test using at least 12 leads to record electrical activity. A healthcare provider interprets the results and provides a written report. |
18 | $9 | $45 |
| Glutamyltransferase (GGT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme glutamyltransferase (GGT) to help evaluate liver health. |
17 | $7 | $24 |
| Balance and posture test A test to evaluate a patient's balance and posture. This assessment measures stability and body alignment. |
17 | $32 | $300 |
| Autonomic nervous system function test This test evaluates how well the sympathetic nervous system is functioning. It assesses the automatic control of bodily processes such as heart rate and blood pressure. |
17 | $78 | $525 |
| Vaccine administration The process of giving a vaccine to a patient. This code covers the administration service only and does not include the cost of the vaccine itself. |
16 | $12 | $52 |
| Ultrasound of arm and leg arteries This procedure uses sound waves to create images of the blood vessels in the arms and legs. It allows healthcare providers to examine the structure and blood flow within these arteries. |
13 | $56 | $330 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
11 | $1 | $4 |
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. These counts do not measure clinical quality or years of experience.
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$5,200
Total received (2021-2024)
Avg $1,300/year across 4 years
Top 4% in TX for nurse practitioner - family
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
33
Companies
276
Payment records
Payments are publicly reported; disclosure does not establish legality · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment categories are unavailable while the source breakdown is being rebuilt. Company and year totals do not identify how much belongs to each category.
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,675
2023
$1,727
2022
$998
2021
$800
Payments by company (2024)
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$368
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$211
Lilly USA, LLC
$182
Amgen Inc.
$157
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$150
PFIZER INC.
$142
Novo Nordisk Inc
$109
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$63
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$58
Medtronic, Inc.
$52
Philips North America LLC
$46
ABBVIE INC.
$29
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$29
Exact Sciences Corporation
$26
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$23
Recor Medical Inc
$16
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$14
Top 3 companies account for 45.5% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2021-2024) ›
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$683
Amgen Inc.
$644
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$541
Novo Nordisk Inc
$401
AbbVie Inc.
$348
Lilly USA, LLC
$312
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$297
PFIZER INC.
$277
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$261
ABBVIE INC.
$245
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$168
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$160
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$133
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$82
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$72
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$63
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$60
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$58
Medtronic, Inc.
$52
Philips North America LLC
$46
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$37
Azurity Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$36
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$33
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$28
Exact Sciences Corporation
$26
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$26
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
$20
Lundbeck LLC
$19
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$17
Recor Medical Inc
$16
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$14
Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC
$13
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$12
Top 3 companies account for 35.9% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
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Should you be concerned? Industry payments are disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their purpose, legality, or effect on care. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →
Geographic Context
Family nurse practitioners in nearby ZIP areas
2,930
County median income
$74,149
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
BAYLOR UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
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Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | NPPES snapshot; verify current record |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | PECOS snapshot |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not included | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dressel is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 2% in TX).
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dressel experienced with covid-19 antibody test?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dressel performed 460 covid-19 antibody test services. These records cover Medicare fee-for-service activity, including eligible younger beneficiaries; they do not measure total practice volume or clinical quality.
Does Dressel receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dressel received a total of $5,200 from 33 companies across 276 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their legality or effect on care. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dressel's costs compare to other family nurse practitioners in Dallas?
Dressel's average Medicare payment per service is $28. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dressel) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating the presence of registry, enrollment, activity or payment records, not verified experience or clinical quality. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
Is this data up to date?
Source publication dates and the snapshots loaded on this site can differ. Rebuilding a page does not refresh its source records. Check the Medicare reporting year and the payment interval shown above; consult the linked official sources for newer releases and current registry details. See our data freshness policy →
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This page combines public CMS records with calculated summaries and explanatory procedure labels. These transformations are not verbatim federal records. Sources: NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.
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