Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ross Nelson, MD
Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Anesthesiology Physician · Shreveport, LA
- NPI 1275526592
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1534 Elizabeth Ave Ste 201
Shreveport, LA 711014531
(318) 629-5505
fax (318) 629-5506 - Mailing address
-
1534 Elizabeth Ave Ste 301
Shreveport, LA 711014531
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 31, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207LP2900X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #MD.020504
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1275526592. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,088
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$328,516
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,095 | 299 | $118 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 1,026 | 158 | $21 | |
80307 |
Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers | 599 | 270 | $60 | |
G0481 |
Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms | 308 | 170 | $152 | |
G0480 |
Drug test(s), definitive, utilizing (1) drug identification methods able to identify individual drugs and distinguish between structural isomers (but not necessarily stereoisomers), including, but not limited to gc/ms (any type, single or tandem) and lc/ms | 260 | 160 | $110 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 210 | 158 | $122 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 137 | 110 | $12 | |
64479 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into upper or middle spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 65 | 49 | $139 | |
64484 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level | 62 | 52 | $50 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 55 | 37 | $94 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Shreveport Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician, average services per provider: 204. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$278
Transactions
16
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 10 | $156.46 | |
| Nevro Corp. | 2 | $59.48 | |
| Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 2 | $30.75 | |
| Averitas Pharma INC. | 1 | $16.18 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $14.68 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
6,736
Patients
956
Total drug cost
$181,375
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 1,840 | 242 | $55,160 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 1,276 | 153 | $50,592 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 500 | 95 | $9,001 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 451 | 87 | $9,623 |
| Morphine Sulfate ER (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 449 | 50 | $14,300 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 367 | 53 | $12,466 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 326 | 52 | $1,923 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 314 | 57 | $5,815 |
| Methadone Hcl | Generic | 237 | 23 | $4,434 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 221 | 36 | $1,566 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ross Nelson's medical specialty?
Dr. Ross Nelson practices Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician in Shreveport, LA.
Where does Dr. Ross Nelson practice?
Dr. Ross Nelson practices at 1534 Elizabeth Ave Ste 201, Shreveport, LA 711014531. Office phone: 3186295505.
What is Dr. Ross Nelson's NPI?
Dr. Ross Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275526592, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ross Nelson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ross Nelson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ross Nelson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional (HCPCS 99211); Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers (HCPCS 80307). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.