Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nelson Handal, M.D.
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Physician (CMS: Psychiatry) · Dothan, AL
- NPI 1154471548
- Accepts Medicare
- 45 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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408 Healthwest Dr
Dothan, AL 363032054
(334) 702-7222
fax (334) 702-1944
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 26, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 1981 — 45 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084P0804X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #19943
- Medicaid
- AL #051553958
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1154471548. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
173
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$16,993
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 113 | 44 | $111 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 60 | 34 | $75 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 86. This provider delivers 2.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$9,235
Transactions
93
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corium, LLC | 13 | $4,706.78 | |
| Neuronetics, Inc. | 1 | $2,808.76 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc | 12 | $346.73 | |
| Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 14 | $319.80 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 13 | $164.92 | |
| Almatica Pharma LLC | 8 | $163.58 | |
| Alkermes, Inc. | 4 | $162.04 | |
| Tris Pharma Inc | 8 | $127.04 | |
| ITI, Inc. (d/b/a Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc.) | 6 | $102.78 | |
| IRONSHORE PHARMACEUTICALS INC. | 4 | $76.08 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. | 4 | $66.58 | |
| Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. | 2 | $37.38 | |
| Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. | 1 | $33.24 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 2 | $28.10 | |
| Brainsway USA INC | 1 | $26.23 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
812
Patients
31
Total drug cost
$115,403
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 104 | 15 | $1,692 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 82 | 16 | $628 |
| Fluoxetine Hcl | Generic | 57 | 0 | $398 |
| Vyvanse (Lisdexamfetamine Dimesylate) | Brand | 55 | 0 | $21,338 |
| Vraylar (Cariprazine Hcl) | Brand | 53 | 0 | $72,847 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 51 | 0 | $334 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | Generic | 49 | 0 | $1,068 |
| Aripiprazole | Generic | 48 | 0 | $3,961 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 48 | 0 | $476 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 47 | 0 | $1,362 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nelson Handal's medical specialty?
Dr. Nelson Handal practices Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Physician in Dothan, AL.
Where does Dr. Nelson Handal practice?
Dr. Nelson Handal practices at 408 Healthwest Dr, Dothan, AL 363032054. Office phone: 3347027222.
What is Dr. Nelson Handal's NPI?
Dr. Nelson Handal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154471548, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nelson Handal accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nelson Handal accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nelson Handal commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.