Nelson Airewele, M.D
NPI 1740546944 · Internal Medicine Physician · Richmond, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nelson Airewele, M.D is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Richmond, VA (NPI 1740546944).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740546944
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 100082 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
915 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 35 Minutes99232 | 446 | $77 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 139 | $115 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 127 | $78 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 107 | $169 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 73 | $124 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 23 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 22 | — |
| Spironolactone | 21 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 20 | — |
| Furosemide | 19 | 11 |
| Prednisone | 19 | 17 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 15 | 12 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 500 J Clyde Morris BlvdNewport News, VA 23601-1929Phone: (757) 594-3580Fax: (757) 594-3653
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-04-02
- Last updated
- 2024-08-15
- Certified
- 2024-08-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nelson Airewele's NPI number?
- Nelson Airewele's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740546944, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nelson Airewele's specialty?
- Nelson Airewele is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nelson Airewele located?
- Nelson Airewele's practice location on file with NPPES is 5801 Bremo Rd, Richmond, VA 23226-1907.
- What is Nelson Airewele's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nelson Airewele is (804) 287-7270.
- Does Nelson Airewele accept Medicare?
- Nelson Airewele is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nelson Airewele's NPI active?
- Yes — Nelson Airewele's NPI (1740546944) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.