Frank Nelson, M.D.
NPI 1427126473 · Gastroenterology Physician · Bronx, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Frank Nelson, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Bronx, NY (NPI 1427126473).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427126473
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 182875 (NY)
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
19 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
290 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 51 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 44 | $143 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 36 | $187 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 31 | $143 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 28 | $106 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 169 | 39 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 87 | 24 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 86 | 17 |
| Famotidine | 74 | 25 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 55 | 52 |
| Loperamide Hclbrand: Loperamide | 18 | — |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 17 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$93 across 5 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
- 2006-11-30
- Last updated
- 2019-04-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Frank Nelson's NPI number?
- Frank Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427126473, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Frank Nelson's specialty?
- Frank Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Frank Nelson located?
- Frank Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 234 E 149th St, Bronx, NY 10451-5504.
- What is Frank Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Frank Nelson is (718) 579-5000.
- Does Frank Nelson accept Medicare?
- Frank Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Frank Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Frank Nelson's NPI (1427126473) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-04-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.