James Nelson, MD
NPI 1164747861 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Alexandria, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Nelson, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Alexandria, MN (NPI 1164747861).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164747861
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 71374 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Military Health Care Provider171000000X
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 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
535 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 79 | $9 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 60 | $10 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 56 | $92 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 52 | $62 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 43 | $67 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 43 | $41 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin | 193 | 99 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 168 | 117 |
| Celecoxib | 77 | 64 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 58 | 29 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 51 | 35 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 42 | 32 |
| Meloxicam | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$656 across 24 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
- 2010-04-06
- Last updated
- 2024-10-21
- Certified
- 2024-10-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Nelson's NPI number?
- James Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164747861, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Nelson's specialty?
- James Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Nelson located?
- James Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 111 17th Ave E Ste 101, Alexandria, MN 56308-5274.
- What is James Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Nelson is (320) 762-1144.
- Does James Nelson accept Medicare?
- James Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — James Nelson's NPI (1164747861) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.