Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Darlene Nelson, MD
Pulmonary Disease Physician (CMS: Pulmonary Disease) · Internal Medicine Physician · Rochester, MN
- NPI 1891702064
- Accepts Medicare
- 21 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
200 1St St Sw
Rochester, MN 559050001
(507) 284-2511
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 19, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RP1001X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Minnesota #48605
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1891702064. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
226
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$22,158
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 67 | 34 | $48 | |
32555 |
Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance | 41 | 38 | $104 | |
31624 |
Irrigation and suction of lung airways to obtain cells using an endoscope | 29 | 29 | $77 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 24 | 24 | $77 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 22 | 13 | $206 | |
31628 |
Biopsy of lobe of lung using an endoscope, 1 lobe | 20 | 19 | $109 | |
32557 |
Drainage of fluid from chest cavity with insertion of indwelling tube using imaging guidance | 12 | 12 | $143 | |
31652 |
Exam of lung airways and sampling of lymph nodes using an endoscope and ultrasound guidance, 1-2 lymph nodes | 11 | 11 | $200 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 48 peers in this city , average services per provider: 57. This provider delivers 4.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$343
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| INTUITIVE SURGICAL, INC. | 2 | $136.42 | |
| Noah Medical Corporation | 1 | $100.31 | |
| Olympus America Inc. | 1 | $58.07 | |
| Ambu Inc. | 2 | $47.97 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
11
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$31
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 11 | 0 | $31 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Darlene Nelson's medical specialty?
Dr. Darlene Nelson practices Pulmonary Disease Physician in Rochester, MN.
Where does Dr. Darlene Nelson practice?
Dr. Darlene Nelson practices at 200 1St St Sw, Rochester, MN 559050001. Office phone: 5072842511.
What is Dr. Darlene Nelson's NPI?
Dr. Darlene Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891702064, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Darlene Nelson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Darlene Nelson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Darlene Nelson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231); Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance (HCPCS 32555); Irrigation and suction of lung airways to obtain cells using an endoscope (HCPCS 31624). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.