Nelson Lowe, D.D.S.
NPI 1710985031 · Prosthodontics · Santa Ana, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Oral Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nelson Lowe, D.D.S. is a Prosthodontics provider in Santa Ana, CA (NPI 1710985031).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710985031
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- ProsthodonticsDental Providers
- Credential
- D.D.S.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 36399 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Dental Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 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
661 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 360 | $92 |
| Design and Construction of Complex Radiation Treatment Device77334 | 161 | $130 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 116 | $166 |
| Other Procedure on Teeth and Gums41899 | 24 | $131 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $92–$166 (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 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluoride (sodium)brand: Dentagel | 194 | 67 |
| Fluoride (sodium)brand: Sodium Fluoride | 189 | 74 |
| Amoxicillin | 91 | 68 |
| Fluoride (sodium)brand: Prevident | 43 | 15 |
| Chlorhexidine Gluconate | 28 | — |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 24 | 21 |
| Fluoride (sodium)brand: Sf |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-11
- Last updated
- 2008-06-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nelson Lowe's NPI number?
- Nelson Lowe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710985031, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nelson Lowe's specialty?
- Nelson Lowe is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Prosthodontics (Dental Providers).
- Where is Nelson Lowe located?
- Nelson Lowe's practice location on file with NPPES is 999 N Tustin Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705-3528.
- What is Nelson Lowe's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nelson Lowe is (714) 550-7474.
- Does Nelson Lowe accept Medicare?
- Nelson Lowe is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nelson Lowe's NPI active?
- Yes — Nelson Lowe's NPI (1710985031) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-06-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.