Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Tamara Nelson, MD

Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Internal Medicine Physician · Rheumatology Physician · Indianapolis, IN

  • NPI 1578773172
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 24 yrs in practice
  • Licensed in 2 states
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
201 Pennsylvania Pkwy Suite, Ste 315
Indianapolis, IN 462801393
(317) 962-3500
fax (317) 962-2735
Mailing address
250 N Shadeland Ave
Indianapolis, IN 462194959

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
Profile last updated
January 6, 2021
Year of graduation
2002 — 24 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207RR0500X — NUCC code
State licenses (3)
Indiana #01074295A · Iowa #R7797 · Iowa #38417
Medicaid
IN #201249860

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1578773172. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
426
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$46,573
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 266 135 $118
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 131 101 $83
99204 New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes 29 29 $155

In context: peer comparison

Among 17 peers in this city , average services per provider: 1,563. This provider delivers 0.3× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
2,182
Patients
481
Total drug cost
$713,195
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Prednisone Generic 553 120 $4,180
Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate Generic 424 101 $35,903
Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) Brand 359 94 $17,646
Tramadol Hcl Generic 105 16 $1,188
Gabapentin Generic 97 22 $1,490
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) Brand 90 17 $2,808
Enbrel Sureclick (Etanercept) Brand 87 0 $629,463
Leflunomide Generic 81 19 $7,873
Alendronate Sodium Generic 73 21 $636
Celecoxib Generic 65 14 $5,219

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Tamara Nelson's medical specialty?
Dr. Tamara Nelson practices Rheumatology Physician in Indianapolis, IN.
Where does Dr. Tamara Nelson practice?
Dr. Tamara Nelson practices at 201 Pennsylvania Pkwy Suite, Indianapolis, IN 462801393. Office phone: 3179623500.
What is Dr. Tamara Nelson's NPI?
Dr. Tamara Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578773172, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Tamara Nelson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Tamara Nelson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Tamara Nelson 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); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.