Stephen Nelson, M.D.
NPI 1194161604 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Milford, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Nelson, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Milford, CT (NPI 1194161604).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194161604
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 63627 (CT)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,428 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 305 | $95 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 287 | $42 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 166 | $75 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 162 | $133 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 89 | $34 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 1 View73501 | 84 | $34 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 679 | 346 |
| Amoxicillin | 221 | 149 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 202 | 148 |
| Tranexamic Acid | 133 | 128 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 124 | 121 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 103 | 91 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 90 | 59 |
| Pregabalin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$493 across 10 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
Additional practice locations (4)
- 84 N Main StBranford, CT 06405-3061Phone: (203) 483-2509Fax: (203) 483-2513
- 2408 Whitney AveHamden, CT 06518-3209Phone: (203) 407-3565Fax: (203) 466-8521
- 235 Boston Post RdOrange, CT 06477-3229Phone: (203) 795-4784Fax: (203) 799-1179
- 701 N Colony RdWallingford, CT 06492-2407Phone: (203) 265-1800Fax: (203) 284-9010
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-05-12
- Last updated
- 2026-05-12
- Certified
- 2026-05-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Nelson's NPI number?
- Stephen Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194161604, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Nelson's specialty?
- Stephen Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Nelson located?
- Stephen Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 258 Broad St, Milford, CT 06460-3226.
- What is Stephen Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Nelson is (203) 882-3373.
- Does Stephen Nelson accept Medicare?
- Stephen Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Nelson's NPI (1194161604) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.