Jeffrey Nelson, MD
NPI 1235459132 · Ophthalmology Physician · Merrillville, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jeffrey Nelson, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Merrillville, IN (NPI 1235459132).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235459132
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01073834A (IN)
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
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
3,018 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 797 | $118 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 362 | $58 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 323 | $84 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 312 | $31 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 294 | $23 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 169 | $37 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 790 | 248 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 449 | 129 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 354 | 281 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 302 | 92 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 182 | 49 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 158 | 66 |
| Timolol Maleate | 137 | 48 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,325 across 43 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
- 2010-06-03
- Last updated
- 2016-10-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jeffrey Nelson's NPI number?
- Jeffrey Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235459132, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jeffrey Nelson's specialty?
- Jeffrey Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jeffrey Nelson located?
- Jeffrey Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 303 W 89th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410-6294.
- What is Jeffrey Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jeffrey Nelson is (219) 769-8989.
- Does Jeffrey Nelson accept Medicare?
- Jeffrey Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jeffrey Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Jeffrey Nelson's NPI (1235459132) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-10-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.