Matthew Nielsen, MD
NPI 1700129707 · Urology Physician · Kenner, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Matthew Nielsen, MD is a Urology Physician provider in Kenner, LA (NPI 1700129707).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1700129707
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- ME134652 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
243 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 101 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 60 | $63 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 25 | $76 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 22 | $125 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 19 | $77 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 394 | 125 |
| Finasteride | 177 | 57 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 159 | 28 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 118 | 31 |
| Potassium Citratebrand: Potassium Citrate Er | 33 | — |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 24 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$123 across 1 record (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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 710 Lomax StJacksonville, FL 32204Phone: (904) 355-6583
- 62 Eliana AveSaint Johns, FL 32259-1277Phone: (936) 554-4123
- 15770 Paul Vega MD Dr Ste 204Hammond, LA 70403-1475Phone: (985) 230-7860Fax: (985) 230-7861
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-03-28
- Last updated
- 2024-08-30
- Certified
- 2024-08-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Matthew Nielsen's NPI number?
- Matthew Nielsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700129707, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Matthew Nielsen's specialty?
- Matthew Nielsen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Matthew Nielsen located?
- Matthew Nielsen's practice location on file with NPPES is 200 W Esplanade Ave, Kenner, LA 70065-2489.
- What is Matthew Nielsen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Matthew Nielsen is (504) 464-8588.
- Does Matthew Nielsen accept Medicare?
- Matthew Nielsen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Matthew Nielsen's NPI active?
- Yes — Matthew Nielsen's NPI (1700129707) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.