Niels Pedersen, MD
NPI 1740251537 · Family Medicine Physician · Salem, OR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Niels Pedersen, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Salem, OR (NPI 1740251537).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740251537
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L1163 (TX)
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 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
2,502 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 324 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 314 | $97 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 217 | $13 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 214 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 205 | $8 |
| Ldl Cholesterol Level83721 | 201 | $10 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 184 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 794 | 236 |
| Omeprazole | 392 | 107 |
| Losartan Potassium | 385 | 118 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 346 | 95 |
| Lisinopril | 340 | 102 |
| Metformin Hclbrand: Metformin Hcl Er | 304 | 100 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-30
- Last updated
- 2012-08-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Niels Pedersen's NPI number?
- Niels Pedersen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740251537, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Niels Pedersen's specialty?
- Niels Pedersen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Niels Pedersen located?
- Niels Pedersen's practice location on file with NPPES is 2020 Capitol St Ne, Salem, OR 97301-0644.
- What is Niels Pedersen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Niels Pedersen is (503) 399-2424.
- Does Niels Pedersen accept Medicare?
- Niels Pedersen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Niels Pedersen's NPI active?
- Yes — Niels Pedersen's NPI (1740251537) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-08-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.