Robert Nelson, MD
NPI 1871532937 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Riverdale, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Nelson, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Riverdale, GA (NPI 1871532937).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871532937
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 032261 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
2 documented practice locations
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 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 489 | 88 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 368 | 93 |
| Gabapentin | 283 | 75 |
| Ibuprofen | 244 | 67 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 218 | 49 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 102 | 27 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 101 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 670 S 8th StGriffin, GA 30224-4214Phone: (770) 233-3444Fax: (770) 233-9400
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-05
- Last updated
- 2020-11-24
- Certified
- 2020-11-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Nelson's NPI number?
- Robert Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871532937, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Nelson's specialty?
- Robert Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Nelson located?
- Robert Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 107 Upper Riverdale Rd Sw Ste a, Riverdale, GA 30274-2504.
- What is Robert Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Nelson is (770) 376-9333.
- Does Robert Nelson accept Medicare?
- Robert Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Nelson's NPI (1871532937) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-11-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.