Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Lori Nelson, M.D.
Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician (CMS: Pain Management) · Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician · Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician · Bethesda, MD
- NPI 1306011135
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.1 / 100 · 2023
- 22 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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6410 Rockledge Dr, Suite 600
Bethesda, MD 208171809
(301) 581-8030
fax (301) 581-8031 - Mailing address
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102 Irving St Nw, First Floor
Washington, DC 200102921
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 27, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2081P2900X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Maryland #D75116 · Pennsylvania #MD435220 · Virginia #0101249480
- Medicaid
- PA #102397704-0001
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1306011135. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
717
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$153,112
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 295 | 146 | $200 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 135 | 135 | $184 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 71 | 44 | $341 | |
64493 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level | 48 | 30 | $276 | |
64494 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level | 46 | 28 | $139 | |
64484 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level | 45 | 30 | $130 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 28 | 28 | $143 | |
27096 |
Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance | 13 | 13 | $219 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 12 | 12 | $86 | |
64635 |
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint | 12 | 11 | $626 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Bethesda Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician, average services per provider: 59. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
174
Patients
80
Total drug cost
$2,461
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 77 | 23 | $1,780 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 40 | 30 | $137 |
| Diazepam | Generic | 21 | 16 | $15 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $297 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 11 | 11 | $92 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 11 | 0 | $141 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Lori Nelson's medical specialty?
Dr. Lori Nelson practices Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician in Bethesda, MD.
Where does Dr. Lori Nelson practice?
Dr. Lori Nelson practices at 6410 Rockledge Dr, Bethesda, MD 208171809. Office phone: 3015818030.
What is Dr. Lori Nelson's NPI?
Dr. Lori Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1306011135, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Lori Nelson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Lori Nelson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Lori Nelson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level (HCPCS 64483). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.