Nelson Yount, MD
NPI 1891781522 · Nephrology Physician · West Monroe, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nelson Yount, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in West Monroe, LA (NPI 1891781522).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1891781522
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 21145 (LA)
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
20 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
854 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 287 | $68 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 222 | $79 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 152 | $306 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 55 | $110 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 54 | $254 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 142 | 26 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 120 | 27 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 102 | 29 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 50 | 11 |
| Losartan Potassium | 45 | 11 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 43 | 11 |
| Calcitriol | 42 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$702 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
- 2005-09-27
- Last updated
- 2024-06-03
- Certified
- 2024-06-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nelson Yount's NPI number?
- Nelson Yount's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891781522, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nelson Yount's specialty?
- Nelson Yount is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nelson Yount located?
- Nelson Yount's practice location on file with NPPES is 401 Thomas Rd Ste 1, West Monroe, LA 71292-7903.
- What is Nelson Yount's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nelson Yount is (318) 325-5435.
- Does Nelson Yount accept Medicare?
- Nelson Yount is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nelson Yount's NPI active?
- Yes — Nelson Yount's NPI (1891781522) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-06-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.