Nels Dahlgren, MD
NPI 1396884318 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Rio Rancho, NM
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nels Dahlgren, MD is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Rio Rancho, NM (NPI 1396884318).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396884318
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD2006-0838 (NM)
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 tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
192 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 59 | $98 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 35 | $183 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 31 | $133 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 26 | $146 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 24 | $67 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 64 | 29 |
| Gabapentin | 47 | 29 |
| Methylprednisolone | 34 | 27 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 33 | 14 |
| Pregabalin | 26 | 15 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 22 | 12 |
| Buprenorphine Hcl/Naloxone Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-02-06
- Last updated
- 2024-01-05
- Certified
- 2024-01-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nels Dahlgren's NPI number?
- Nels Dahlgren's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396884318, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nels Dahlgren's specialty?
- Nels Dahlgren is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nels Dahlgren located?
- Nels Dahlgren's practice location on file with NPPES is 3001 Broadmoor Blvd Ne, Rio Rancho, NM 87144-2100.
- What is Nels Dahlgren's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nels Dahlgren is (505) 994-7000.
- Does Nels Dahlgren accept Medicare?
- Nels Dahlgren is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nels Dahlgren's NPI active?
- Yes — Nels Dahlgren's NPI (1396884318) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.