Valerie Nelson, MD, MBA
NPI 1215183934 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Valerie Nelson, MD, MBA is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1215183934).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215183934
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD, MBA
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- AN52403945914 (IL)
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
17 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
2,936 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 782 | $17 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 483 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 419 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 408 | $186 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 332 | $132 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 204 | 50 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 90 | 21 |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | 80 | 23 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 58 | 14 |
| Hydroxyurea | 44 | 14 |
| Exemestane | 41 | — |
| Prednisone | 34 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$59 across 2 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
- 2008-08-13
- Last updated
- 2019-03-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Valerie Nelson's NPI number?
- Valerie Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215183934, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Valerie Nelson's specialty?
- Valerie Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Valerie Nelson located?
- Valerie Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 251 E Huron St, Chicago, IL 60611-2908.
- What is Valerie Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Valerie Nelson is (312) 926-2000.
- Does Valerie Nelson accept Medicare?
- Valerie Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Valerie Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Valerie Nelson's NPI (1215183934) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-03-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.