Scott Nelson, MD
NPI 1144225988 · Ophthalmology Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Scott Nelson, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Baton Rouge, LA (NPI 1144225988).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1144225988
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 018972 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,912 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 382 | $34 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 367 | $110 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 357 | $408 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 231 | $77 |
| Ct Scan of Cornea92025 | 216 | $28 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 125 | $130 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 1,075 | 774 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 805 | 661 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 577 | 460 |
| Latanoprost | 573 | 135 |
| Ofloxacin | 255 | 210 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 235 | 55 |
| Timolol Maleate | 167 | 47 |
| Travoprost | 96 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$499 across 22 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-17
- Last updated
- 2008-07-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Scott Nelson's NPI number?
- Scott Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144225988, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Scott Nelson's specialty?
- Scott Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Scott Nelson located?
- Scott Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 10423 Old Hammond Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70816-8264.
- What is Scott Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Scott Nelson is (225) 923-0960.
- Does Scott Nelson accept Medicare?
- Scott Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Scott Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Scott Nelson's NPI (1144225988) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-07-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.