Kelly Nelson, M.D.
NPI 1427270966 · Dermatology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kelly Nelson, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1427270966).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427270966
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2005-01823 (NC)
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
1,197 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 281 | $66 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 239 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 179 | $96 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 106 | $30 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 105 | $44 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 64 | 39 |
| Fluorouracil | 58 | 44 |
| Ketoconazole | 39 | 22 |
| Mupirocin | 37 | 26 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 26 | 23 |
| Imiquimod | 22 | — |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 20 | — |
| Desonide | 20 | 17 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-03
- Last updated
- 2015-05-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kelly Nelson's NPI number?
- Kelly Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427270966, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kelly Nelson's specialty?
- Kelly Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kelly Nelson located?
- Kelly Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4009.
- What is Kelly Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kelly Nelson is (713) 792-6161.
- Does Kelly Nelson accept Medicare?
- Kelly Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kelly Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Kelly Nelson's NPI (1427270966) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-05-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.