Rachel Nelson, M.D.
NPI 1245523380 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Chattanooga, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rachel Nelson, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Chattanooga, TN (NPI 1245523380).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245523380
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 86151 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,724 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Screening Mammography77067 | 227 | $112 |
| Screening 3d Breast Mammography77063 | 211 | $47 |
| Mri Scan of Pelvis Before and After Contrast72197 | 188 | $307 |
| Fluorodeoxyglucose F-18 Fdg, Diagnostic, Per Study Dose, Up to 45 MillicuriesA9552 | 187 | $247 |
| Nuclear Medicine Study From Skull Base to Mid-Thigh With Ct Scan78815 | 181 | $1,409 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 161 | $35 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$19 across 1 record (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 (1)
- 1604 Gunbarrel RdChattanooga, TN 37421-3125Phone: (423) 893-7226
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-05-23
- Last updated
- 2025-06-26
- Certified
- 2025-06-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rachel Nelson's NPI number?
- Rachel Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245523380, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rachel Nelson's specialty?
- Rachel Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rachel Nelson located?
- Rachel Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 2525 Desales Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404-1161.
- What is Rachel Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rachel Nelson is (423) 826-8220.
- Does Rachel Nelson accept Medicare?
- Rachel Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rachel Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Rachel Nelson's NPI (1245523380) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-06-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.