Tamara Nelson, MD
NPI 1578773172 · Rheumatology Physician · Indianapolis, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tamara Nelson, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Indianapolis, IN (NPI 1578773172).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578773172
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R7797 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
442 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 305 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 118 | $84 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 19 | $154 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $84–$154 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 44 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 679 | 128 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 419 | 105 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 405 | 94 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 126 | 21 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 123 | 13 |
| Gabapentin | 105 | 22 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-23
- Last updated
- 2021-01-06
- Certified
- 2021-01-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tamara Nelson's NPI number?
- Tamara Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578773172, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tamara Nelson's specialty?
- Tamara Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tamara Nelson located?
- Tamara Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 201 Pennsylvania Pkwy Suite, Indianapolis, IN 46280-1393.
- What is Tamara Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tamara Nelson is (317) 962-3500.
- Does Tamara Nelson accept Medicare?
- Tamara Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tamara Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Tamara Nelson's NPI (1578773172) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-01-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.