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Dr. Joel Nelson, D.O.
Cornea and External Diseases Specialist Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Ophthalmology Physician · Saint Cloud, MN
- NPI 1043650575
- Accepts Medicare
- 13 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2055 15Th St N
Saint Cloud, MN 563031747
(320) 251-1432
fax (320) 251-7122
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 15, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207WX0120X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Minnesota #61983 · Florida #U03526
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1043650575. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,515
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$187,614
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 302 | 290 | $124 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 234 | 164 | $88 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 176 | 106 | $38 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 143 | 82 | $434 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 117 | 117 | $35 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 116 | 100 | $63 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 116 | 107 | $39 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 105 | 105 | $160 | |
92025 |
Ct scan of cornea | 92 | 74 | $35 | |
66821 |
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser | 48 | 39 | $288 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Saint Cloud Cornea and External Diseases Specialist Physician, average services per provider: 108. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,568
Patients
1,020
Total drug cost
$88,244
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 682 | 154 | $14,005 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 369 | 221 | $20,052 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 368 | 237 | $5,751 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 337 | 206 | $7,102 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 244 | 57 | $8,115 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 231 | 61 | $4,170 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 133 | 41 | $5,987 |
| Valacyclovir (Valacyclovir Hcl) | Brand | 46 | 15 | $4,015 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 33 | 16 | $441 |
| Famciclovir | Generic | 27 | 0 | $3,700 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joel Nelson's medical specialty?
Dr. Joel Nelson practices Cornea and External Diseases Specialist Physician in Saint Cloud, MN.
Where does Dr. Joel Nelson practice?
Dr. Joel Nelson practices at 2055 15Th St N, Saint Cloud, MN 563031747. Office phone: 3202511432.
What is Dr. Joel Nelson's NPI?
Dr. Joel Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043650575, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joel Nelson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joel Nelson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joel Nelson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye (HCPCS 92136). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.