Andrea Nelson, MD
NPI 1649417718 · Nephrology Physician · Minneapolis, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Andrea Nelson, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Minneapolis, MN (NPI 1649417718).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649417718
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 74714641205 (UT)
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
17 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
233 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 98 | $112 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 34 | $75 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 28 | $164 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 22 | $77 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 21 | $106 |
| 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'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 39 | 11 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 38 | — |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 20 | — |
| Furosemide | 18 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 13 | — |
| Calcitriol | 13 | — |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 12 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-01-12
- Last updated
- 2024-03-28
- Certified
- 2024-03-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Andrea Nelson's NPI number?
- Andrea Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649417718, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Andrea Nelson's specialty?
- Andrea Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Andrea Nelson located?
- Andrea Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 701 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415-1623.
- What is Andrea Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Andrea Nelson is (612) 873-6963.
- Does Andrea Nelson accept Medicare?
- Andrea Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Andrea Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Andrea Nelson's NPI (1649417718) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-03-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.