Andrew Nelson, MD
NPI 1861810541 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Galena, KS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Andrew Nelson, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Galena, KS (NPI 1861810541).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861810541
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301106077 (MI)
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 tenure25% of score
12 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
1,340 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 397 | $42 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 234 | $72 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 176 | $40 |
| Musculoskeletal Surgical Navigational Orthopedic Operation Using Imaging Guidance0055T | 96 | $222 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 93 | $117 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 81 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 190 | 72 |
| Gabapentin | 118 | 36 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 96 | 74 |
| Amoxicillin | 71 | 46 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 42 | 19 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 38 | 32 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 25 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,231 across 35 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
- 2014-03-31
- Last updated
- 2020-08-19
- Certified
- 2020-08-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Andrew Nelson's NPI number?
- Andrew Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861810541, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Andrew Nelson's specialty?
- Andrew Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Andrew Nelson located?
- Andrew Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 444 Four States Dr Ste 1, Galena, KS 66739-4325.
- What is Andrew Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Andrew Nelson is (620) 783-4441.
- Does Andrew Nelson accept Medicare?
- Andrew Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Andrew Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Andrew Nelson's NPI (1861810541) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.