Laurie Nelson, MD
NPI 1972823557 · Internal Medicine Physician · Hershey, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Laurie Nelson, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Hershey, PA (NPI 1972823557).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972823557
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MT196655 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
861 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 269 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 205 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 132 | $170 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 122 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 58 | $74 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 96 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 273 | 76 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 241 | 57 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 222 | 58 |
| Losartan Potassium | 220 | 57 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 218 | 48 |
| Lisinopril | 216 | 50 |
| Metoprolol Succinate |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 500 University DrHershey, PA 17033-2360Phone: (717) 531-4221Fax: (717) 531-0151
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-06-07
- Last updated
- 2026-03-12
- Certified
- 2026-03-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Laurie Nelson's NPI number?
- Laurie Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972823557, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Laurie Nelson's specialty?
- Laurie Nelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Laurie Nelson located?
- Laurie Nelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 1150 Cocoa Ave, Hershey, PA 17033-1712.
- What is Laurie Nelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Laurie Nelson is (800) 243-1455.
- Does Laurie Nelson accept Medicare?
- Laurie Nelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Laurie Nelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Laurie Nelson's NPI (1972823557) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.