Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Thomas Nelson, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Tucson, AZ
- NPI 1386753895
- MIPS 81.9 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs on file
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
6567 E Carondelet Dr Ste 415
Tucson, AZ 857106157
(520) 887-7700
fax (520) 849-5735 - Mailing address
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6465 Wayzata Blvd, Suite 900
St Louis Park, MN 554261728
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 29, 2020
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Minnesota #32898 · Arizona #56958
- Medicaid
- MN #751197300
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1386753895. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,068
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$103,537
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 336 | 94 | $8 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 147 | 97 | $70 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 124 | 84 | $40 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 109 | 88 | $55 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 105 | 84 | $89 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 89 | 89 | $110 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 59 | 44 | $46 | |
99202 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes | 45 | 45 | $71 | |
27447 |
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee | 30 | 27 | $1,252 | |
27130 |
Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis | 12 | 12 | $1,266 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 12 peers in this city , average services per provider: 189. This provider delivers 5.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$18
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medline Industries LP | 1 | $18.25 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
625
Patients
290
Total drug cost
$6,708
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 157 | 95 | $700 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 115 | 41 | $2,563 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 67 | 17 | $249 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 64 | 36 | $196 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 54 | 50 | $343 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 37 | 23 | $212 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 25 | 17 | $32 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 24 | 11 | $103 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 19 | 0 | $1,718 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 18 | 0 | $154 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Thomas Nelson's medical specialty?
Dr. Thomas Nelson practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Tucson, AZ.
Where does Dr. Thomas Nelson practice?
Dr. Thomas Nelson practices at 6567 E Carondelet Dr Ste 415, Tucson, AZ 857106157. Office phone: 5208877700.
What is Dr. Thomas Nelson's NPI?
Dr. Thomas Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386753895, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Thomas Nelson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg (HCPCS J1030); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610); X-ray of knee, 3 views (HCPCS 73562). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.