Garrett Nelson, M.D.
NPI 1295098440 · Dermatology Physician · Little Rock, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Garrett Nelson, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Little Rock, AR (NPI 1295098440).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1295098440
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- E9601 (AR)
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
13 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
10,875 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 3,593 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,297 | $82 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 943 | $42 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17311 | 743 | $551 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 719 | $64 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 91 | 75 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 86 | 50 |
| Ketoconazole | 56 | 20 |
| Hydrocortisone | 37 | 20 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 27 | 14 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 26 | 23 |
| Mupirocin | 24 | 21 |
| Betamethasone/Propylene Glycbrand: Betamethasone Diprop Augmented |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$604 across 30 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 (1)
- 5 Medical Park Dr Ste 200Benton, AR 72015-3732Phone: (501) 776-3800Fax: (501) 776-2209
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-06-22
- Last updated
- 2020-10-28
- Certified
- 2020-10-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Garrett Nelson's NPI number?
- Garrett Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295098440, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Garrett Nelson's specialty?
- Garrett Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Garrett Nelson located?
- Garrett Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 9601 Baptist Health Dr Ste 690, Little Rock, AR 72205-6328.
- What is Garrett Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Garrett Nelson is (501) 227-8422.
- Does Garrett Nelson accept Medicare?
- Garrett Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Garrett Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Garrett Nelson's NPI (1295098440) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.