Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Nelson, DO
Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · West des Moines, IA
- NPI 1740403500
- Accepts Medicare
- 22 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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6001 Westown Pkwy
West des Moines, IA 502667719
(515) 224-1414
fax (515) 224-5140
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 29, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0114X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #DO-04093
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1740403500. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,363
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$203,015
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 480 | 46 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 154 | 137 | $84 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 142 | 132 | $43 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 130 | 99 | $37 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 94 | 89 | $118 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 70 | 69 | $52 | |
27130 |
Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis | 68 | 62 | $1,164 | |
27447 |
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee | 59 | 55 | $1,161 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 52 | 40 | $61 | |
0054T |
Computer-assisted, fluoroscopic image-guided musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic operation | 31 | 29 | $141 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in West des Moines Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 85. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$16
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dynasplint Systems INC. | 1 | $16.39 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
392
Patients
295
Total drug cost
$3,697
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mupirocin | Generic | 157 | 153 | $1,180 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 86 | 56 | $181 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 46 | 21 | $2,087 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 39 | 23 | $38 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 28 | 12 | $121 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | Generic | 21 | 17 | $29 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 15 | 13 | $60 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Nelson's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Nelson practices Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in West des Moines, IA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Nelson practice?
Dr. Christopher Nelson practices at 6001 Westown Pkwy, West des Moines, IA 502667719. Office phone: 5152241414.
What is Dr. Christopher Nelson's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740403500, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Nelson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Nelson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Nelson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); X-ray of hip, 2-3 views (HCPCS 73502). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.