Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Susan Nelson, M.D.
Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (CMS: Hospice/Palliative Care) · Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · New Orleans, LA
- NPI 1669471256
- Accepts Medicare
- 42 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 701212429
(504) 842-5211
fax (504) 842-0090
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 19, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1984 — 42 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RH0002X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #10659R
- Medicaid
- LA #1991597
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1669471256. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
53
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$5,914
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 32 | 31 | $74 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 21 | 21 | $169 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 46. This provider delivers 1.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$76
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. | 2 | $53.07 | |
| Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 1 | $23.04 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
20
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$977
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 20 | 0 | $977 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Susan Nelson's medical specialty?
Dr. Susan Nelson practices Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician in New Orleans, LA.
Where does Dr. Susan Nelson practice?
Dr. Susan Nelson practices at 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 701212429. Office phone: 5048425211.
What is Dr. Susan Nelson's NPI?
Dr. Susan Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669471256, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Susan Nelson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Susan Nelson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Susan Nelson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Advance care planning (HCPCS 99497); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.