Kurt Nelson, MD
NPI 1821330168 · Otolaryngology Physician · Tupelo, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kurt Nelson, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Tupelo, MS (NPI 1821330168).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821330168
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25415 (MS)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,531 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 | 341 | $114 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 247 | $81 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 232 | $149 |
| Professional Service for Multiple Injections of Allergen95117 | 138 | $10 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 86 | $99 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 277 | 138 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 215 | 111 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 189 | 78 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 137 | 43 |
| Omeprazole | 114 | 47 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 111 | 65 |
| Prednisone | 55 | 50 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$259 across 7 records (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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-03-25
- Last updated
- 2022-01-07
- Certified
- 2022-01-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kurt Nelson's NPI number?
- Kurt Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821330168, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kurt Nelson's specialty?
- Kurt Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kurt Nelson located?
- Kurt Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 618 Pegram Dr, Tupelo, MS 38801-6322.
- What is Kurt Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kurt Nelson is (662) 844-6513.
- Does Kurt Nelson accept Medicare?
- Kurt Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kurt Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Kurt Nelson's NPI (1821330168) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.