Lamar Nelson, MD
NPI 1962579987 · Dermatology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lamar Nelson, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1962579987).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962579987
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G47902 (CA)
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
1 documented practice location
- 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 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluocinonide | 184 | 107 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 183 | 99 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 181 | 65 |
| Ketoconazole | 175 | 72 |
| Finasteride | 130 | 62 |
| Betamethasone/Propylene Glycbrand: Betamethasone Diprop Augmented | 116 | 64 |
| Tacrolimus | 107 | 57 |
| Hydrocortisone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$343 across 5 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
- 2006-11-29
- Last updated
- 2021-12-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lamar Nelson's NPI number?
- Lamar Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962579987, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lamar Nelson's specialty?
- Lamar Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lamar Nelson located?
- Lamar Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 6041 Cadillac Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90034-1702.
- What is Lamar Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lamar Nelson is (323) 857-2000.
- Does Lamar Nelson accept Medicare?
- Lamar Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lamar Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Lamar Nelson's NPI (1962579987) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.