David Nelson, M.D.
NPI 1538164066 · Internal Medicine Physician · Sioux Falls, SD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Nelson, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Sioux Falls, SD (NPI 1538164066).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538164066
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 3802 (SD)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,598 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 1,274 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 864 | $92 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 155 | $137 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 81 | $62 |
| 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 | 59 | $16 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 186 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 886 | 209 |
| Omeprazole | 653 | 158 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 565 | 150 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 542 | 143 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 488 | 116 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 440 | 114 |
| Furosemide |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1205 S Grange AveSte 510Sioux Falls, SD 57105-0410Phone: (605) 328-7500Fax: (605) 328-7599
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-21
- Last updated
- 2024-04-29
- Certified
- 2024-04-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Nelson's NPI number?
- David Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538164066, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Nelson's specialty?
- David Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Nelson located?
- David Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 1321 W 22nd St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105-1502.
- What is David Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Nelson is (605) 404-4000.
- Does David Nelson accept Medicare?
- David Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — David Nelson's NPI (1538164066) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.