Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Daniel Nelson, M.D.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Baton Rouge, LA
- NPI 1912298167
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 15 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
7777 Hennessy Blvd, Suite 4000
Baton Rouge, LA 708084300
(225) 766-7441
fax (225) 766-7597
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 11, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #207711
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1912298167. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,571
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$202,283
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 406 | 383 | $117 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 355 | 178 | $83 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 146 | 105 | $86 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 121 | 51 | $24 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 93 | 76 | $32 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 77 | 73 | $37 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 74 | 46 | $511 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 71 | 71 | $137 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 63 | 58 | $120 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 56 | 54 | $56 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 12 peers in this city , average services per provider: 170. This provider delivers 9.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,101
Transactions
45
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen Inc. | 15 | $358.55 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 14 | $340.39 | |
| Dompe US, Inc. | 4 | $118.15 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 4 | $100.95 | |
| SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC. | 2 | $46.83 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, Inc. | 2 | $41.39 | |
| Glaukos Corporation | 1 | $26.38 | |
| BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS INC. | 1 | $24.82 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc. | 1 | $22.38 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $20.75 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,995
Patients
701
Total drug cost
$306,336
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 419 | 156 | $23,341 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 297 | 85 | $5,291 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 204 | 55 | $4,811 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 138 | 37 | $1,584 |
| Loteprednol Etabonate | Generic | 110 | 30 | $27,652 |
| Moxifloxacin (Moxifloxacin Hcl) | Brand | 104 | 59 | $3,057 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 103 | 24 | $38,544 |
| Valacyclovir (Valacyclovir Hcl) | Brand | 101 | 37 | $5,655 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 100 | 38 | $1,328 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 92 | 43 | $96,983 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Daniel Nelson's medical specialty?
Dr. Daniel Nelson practices Ophthalmology Physician in Baton Rouge, LA.
Where does Dr. Daniel Nelson practice?
Dr. Daniel Nelson practices at 7777 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 708084300. Office phone: 2257667441.
What is Dr. Daniel Nelson's NPI?
Dr. Daniel Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912298167, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Daniel Nelson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Daniel Nelson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Daniel Nelson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (HCPCS 92012); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.