Sarah Nelson, M.D.
NPI 1851510556 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Tacoma, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sarah Nelson, M.D. is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in Tacoma, WA (NPI 1851510556).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851510556
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L9390 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 246 | 75 |
| Methimazole | 173 | 51 |
| Hydrocortisone | 62 | 11 |
| Insulin Glargine-Yfgn | 41 | 21 |
| Insulin Pump Cart,auto,bt,g6/7brand: Omnipod 5 Dexg7g6 Pods (gen 5) | 28 | — |
| Teriparatidebrand: Forteo | 27 | — |
| Insulin Lisprobrand: Humalog | 20 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$16 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 (1)
- 1325 Pennsylvania AveSuite 560Fort Worth, TX 76104-2158Phone: (817) 820-2890Fax: (817) 810-0725
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-04-24
- Last updated
- 2021-04-27
- Certified
- 2021-04-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sarah Nelson's NPI number?
- Sarah Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851510556, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sarah Nelson's specialty?
- Sarah Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sarah Nelson located?
- Sarah Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 9505 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA 98444-1858.
- What is Sarah Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sarah Nelson is (253) 597-6800.
- Does Sarah Nelson accept Medicare?
- Sarah Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sarah Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Sarah Nelson's NPI (1851510556) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-04-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.