Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Derek Nelson, DO
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (CMS: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) · Internal Medicine Physician · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Saint Paul, MN
- NPI 1275854242
- Accepts Medicare
- 16 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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280 Smith Ave N Ste 220
Saint Paul, MN 551022459
(651) 241-8295 - Mailing address
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Po Box 74008272
Chicago, IL 606748272
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 2, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208100000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Minnesota #54534 · Iowa #R8924
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1275854242. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
540
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$63,437
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 231 | 67 | $104 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 80 | 80 | $178 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 71 | 50 | $77 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 66 | 63 | $167 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 47 | 32 | $115 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 45 | 24 | $72 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in this city , average services per provider: 835. This provider delivers 0.6× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
83
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$1,715
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baclofen | Generic | 48 | 0 | $1,424 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 24 | 0 | $140 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 11 | 0 | $151 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Derek Nelson's medical specialty?
Dr. Derek Nelson practices Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician in Saint Paul, MN.
Where does Dr. Derek Nelson practice?
Dr. Derek Nelson practices at 280 Smith Ave N Ste 220, Saint Paul, MN 551022459. Office phone: 6512418295.
What is Dr. Derek Nelson's NPI?
Dr. Derek Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275854242, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Derek Nelson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Derek Nelson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Derek Nelson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99306); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.