David Nation, MD
NPI 1518126234 · Vascular Surgery Physician · Austin, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Vascular Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Nation, MD is a Vascular Surgery Physician provider in Austin, TX (NPI 1518126234).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518126234
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Vascular Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- Q3929 (TX)
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
18 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
788 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure, Each Additional 15 Minutes99153 | 117 | $11 |
| Ultrasound Study of One Arm Or Leg Veins With Compression and Maneuvers93971 | 95 | $118 |
| Ultrasound Evaluation of Blood Vessel With Review By Radiologist, Each Additional Vessel37253 | 86 | $171 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 73 | $129 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 61 | $50 |
| Ultrasound Study of Arm and Leg Arteries93922 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 54 | 20 |
| Cilostazol | 47 | 20 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 35 | 33 |
| Lidocaine/Prilocainebrand: Lidocaine-Prilocaine | 32 | 25 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 26 | — |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 19 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,081 across 15 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
- 2008-06-06
- Last updated
- 2015-07-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Nation's NPI number?
- David Nation's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518126234, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Nation's specialty?
- David Nation is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Vascular Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Nation located?
- David Nation's practice location on file with NPPES is 1010 W 40th St, Austin, TX 78756-4010.
- What is David Nation's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Nation is (512) 459-8753.
- Does David Nation accept Medicare?
- David Nation is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Nation's NPI active?
- Yes — David Nation's NPI (1518126234) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-07-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.