Joseph Nelson, MD
NPI 1538132279 · Family Medicine Physician · Bryant, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Nelson, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Bryant, AR (NPI 1538132279).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538132279
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- E3403 (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
20 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
2,977 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 739 | $83 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 455 | $9 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 453 | $14 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 425 | $8 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 167 | $9 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent Visit |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 154 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 380 | 96 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 342 | 87 |
| Omeprazole | 327 | 78 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 307 | 74 |
| Metformin Hcl | 249 | 56 |
| Losartan Potassium | 246 | 61 |
| Metoprolol Succinate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$356 across 16 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
- 2006-02-13
- Last updated
- 2008-05-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Nelson's NPI number?
- Joseph Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538132279, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Nelson's specialty?
- Joseph Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Nelson located?
- Joseph Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 4411 Highway 5 N, Bryant, AR 72022-7005.
- What is Joseph Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Nelson is (501) 847-0289.
- Does Joseph Nelson accept Medicare?
- Joseph Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Nelson's NPI (1538132279) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-05-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.