Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kent Nilsson, M.D.
Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Physician (CMS: Cardiac Electrophysiology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Athens, GA
- NPI 1619965381
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 91.7 / 100 · 2023
- 24 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1199 Prince Ave, Msb 2Nd Floor
Athens, GA 306062797
(706) 475-1700
fax (706) 475-1790 - Mailing address
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Po Box 161435
Atlanta, GA 303211435
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 17, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0001X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Georgia #068459 · North Carolina #2005-00874
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1619965381. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,331
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$312,263
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93296 |
Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system or implantable defibrillator system, remote up to 90 days | 1,116 | 346 | $20 | |
93294 |
Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system, remote up to 90 days | 848 | 266 | $29 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 285 | 246 | $8 | |
93295 |
Evaluation of single, dual, or multiple lead implantable defibrillator system, remote up to 90 days | 259 | 86 | $35 | |
93280 |
Programming of dual lead pacemaker system | 185 | 165 | $74 | |
G2066 |
Interrogation device evaluation(s), (remote) up to 30 days; implantable cardiovascular physiologic monitor system, implantable loop recorder system, or subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor system, remote data acquisition(s), receipt of transmissions and tec | 173 | 32 | $58 | |
93298 |
Evaluation of cardiac rhythm monitor system, remote up to 30 days | 172 | 31 | $25 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 142 | 140 | $119 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 89 | 86 | $169 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 89 | 87 | $168 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 107. This provider delivers 40× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$40,105
Transactions
105
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott Laboratories | 48 | $21,623.31 | |
| Cortex, Inc. | 2 | $11,673.40 | |
| AltaThera Pharmaceuticals LLC | 2 | $2,040.37 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 15 | $1,833.48 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 11 | $1,308.24 | |
| Biosense Webster, Inc. | 9 | $1,223.75 | |
| ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp) | 4 | $77.21 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 3 | $55.58 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc | 3 | $50.83 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 2 | $35.56 | |
| ShockWave Medical, Inc | 2 | $35.33 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $30.11 | |
| Chiesi USA, Inc. | 1 | $19.73 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $19.35 | |
| CORDIS US CORP. | 1 | $18.81 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,837
Patients
913
Total drug cost
$1,229,503
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 727 | 200 | $825,906 |
| Xarelto (Rivaroxaban) | Brand | 272 | 73 | $320,750 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 231 | 87 | $4,698 |
| Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd) (Diltiazem Hcl) | Brand | 215 | 81 | $8,926 |
| Dofetilide | Generic | 196 | 59 | $48,110 |
| Amiodarone Hcl | Generic | 166 | 71 | $4,826 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 153 | 55 | $1,417 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 147 | 52 | $6,608 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 136 | 48 | $1,039 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 131 | 41 | $2,546 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kent Nilsson's medical specialty?
Dr. Kent Nilsson practices Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Physician in Athens, GA.
Where does Dr. Kent Nilsson practice?
Dr. Kent Nilsson practices at 1199 Prince Ave, Athens, GA 306062797. Office phone: 7064751700.
What is Dr. Kent Nilsson's NPI?
Dr. Kent Nilsson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619965381, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kent Nilsson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kent Nilsson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kent Nilsson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system or implantable defibrillator system, remote up to 90 days (HCPCS 93296); Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system, remote up to 90 days (HCPCS 93294); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.