Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Erik Nelson, M.P.T.
Physical Therapist (CMS: Physical Therapist in Private Practice) · Santa Monica, CA
- NPI 1982792560
- Accepts Medicare
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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2010 Wilshire Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 904035608
(310) 878-2540 - Additional location
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11687 National Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 900643801
(310) 481-9965 - Mailing address
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3336 Keeshen Dr
Los Angeles, CA 900661918
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 9, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 225100000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #25081
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1982792560. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,131
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$85,749
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
97110 |
Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes | 2,082 | 112 | $26 | |
97140 |
Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes | 713 | 74 | $23 | |
97530 |
Therapy procedure using functional activities | 106 | 24 | $34 | |
97112 |
Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes | 68 | 18 | $32 | |
97161 |
Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes | 42 | 38 | $111 | |
97164 |
Re-evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes | 36 | 26 | $77 | |
97035 |
Application of ultrasound, each 15 minutes | 29 | 13 | $12 | |
98975 |
Set-up and patient education for remote monitoring of therapy | 21 | 20 | $22 | |
97535 |
Training for self-care or home management, each 15 minutes | 17 | 16 | $28 | |
98980 |
Remote therapeutic monitoring treatment management services by physician or other qualified health care professional, first 20 minutes per calendar month | 17 | 16 | $49 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 33 peers in this city , average services per provider: 411. This provider delivers 7.6× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Erik Nelson's medical specialty?
Dr. Erik Nelson practices Physical Therapist in Santa Monica, CA.
Where does Dr. Erik Nelson practice?
Dr. Erik Nelson practices at 2010 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 904035608. Office phone: 3108782540.
What is Dr. Erik Nelson's NPI?
Dr. Erik Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982792560, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Erik Nelson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Erik Nelson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Erik Nelson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility (HCPCS 97110); Therapy procedure using manual technique (HCPCS 97140); Therapy procedure using functional activities (HCPCS 97530). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.