Kent Nilsson, M.D.
NPI 1619965381 · Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Physician · Athens, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiac Electrophysiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kent Nilsson, M.D. is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Physician provider in Athens, GA (NPI 1619965381).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619965381
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2005-00874 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
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 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
6,324 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System Or Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days93296 | 1,928 | $19 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System, Remote Up to 90 Days93294 | 1,467 | $28 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Or Multiple Lead Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days93295 | 473 | $35 |
| Programming of Dual Lead Pacemaker System93280 | 272 | $72 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 263 | $13 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 41 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 856 | 223 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 279 | 79 |
| Dofetilide | 268 | 79 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 255 | 101 |
| Diltiazem Hclbrand: Diltiazem 24hr Er (cd) | 244 | 87 |
| Potassium Chloride | 200 | 53 |
| Amiodarone Hcl | 158 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$40,105 across 109 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
- 2005-10-07
- Last updated
- 2015-09-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kent Nilsson's NPI number?
- Kent Nilsson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619965381, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kent Nilsson's specialty?
- Kent Nilsson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kent Nilsson located?
- Kent Nilsson's practice location on file with NPPES is 1199 Prince Ave, Athens, GA 30606-2797.
- What is Kent Nilsson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kent Nilsson is (706) 475-1700.
- Does Kent Nilsson accept Medicare?
- Kent Nilsson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kent Nilsson's NPI active?
- Yes — Kent Nilsson's NPI (1619965381) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-09-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.