Richard Nelson, D.O.
NPI 1649499443 · Surgery Physician · Grants Pass, OR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Colorectal Surgery (proctology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Nelson, D.O. is a Surgery Physician provider in Grants Pass, OR (NPI 1649499443).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649499443
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- DO29287 (OR)
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
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
949 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 212 | $5 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 147 | $161 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 104 | $92 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 79 | $110 |
| Destruction of Polyp Or Growth of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45388 | 78 | $267 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 120 | 120 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 119 | 118 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 88 | 88 |
| Metronidazole | 34 | 29 |
| Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulfbrand: Sutab | 31 | 31 |
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 28 | 28 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-04-24
- Last updated
- 2009-10-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Nelson's NPI number?
- Richard Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649499443, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Nelson's specialty?
- Richard Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Nelson located?
- Richard Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 520 Sw Ramsey Ave, Grants Pass, OR 97527-5535.
- What is Richard Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Nelson is (541) 479-8308.
- Does Richard Nelson accept Medicare?
- Richard Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Nelson's NPI (1649499443) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-10-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.