Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. John Nelson, M.D.
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician · Asheville, NC
- NPI 1528047248
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 43 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
90 Southside Ave, Suite 350
Asheville, NC 288014160
(828) 277-4810
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 7, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1983 — 43 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #31342
- Medicaid
- NC #8962098
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1528047248. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,004
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$281,208
| 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 | 1,066 | 357 | $96 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 912 | 333 | $67 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 401 | 332 | $165 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 256 | 220 | $75 | |
99349 |
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 98 | 42 | $116 | |
99489 |
Complex chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, each additional 60 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 92 | 24 | $63 | |
99487 |
Complex chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, first 60 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 62 | 42 | $112 | |
99406 |
Smoking and tobacco use intensive counseling, 4-10 minutes | 49 | 39 | $13 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 26 | 26 | $165 | |
99348 |
Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 15 | 12 | $70 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 50 peers in this city , average services per provider: 104. This provider delivers 29× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
6,751
Patients
1,083
Total drug cost
$297,107
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | Generic | 656 | 110 | $4,408 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 630 | 89 | $7,700 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 611 | 84 | $211,152 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 583 | 105 | $7,033 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 576 | 98 | $6,070 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 500 | 84 | $7,624 |
| Divalproex Sodium | Generic | 440 | 52 | $14,138 |
| Donepezil Hcl | Generic | 397 | 59 | $4,824 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 388 | 81 | $3,638 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 364 | 79 | $3,122 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. John Nelson's medical specialty?
Dr. John Nelson practices Family Medicine Physician in Asheville, NC.
Where does Dr. John Nelson practice?
Dr. John Nelson practices at 90 Southside Ave, Asheville, NC 288014160. Office phone: 8282774810.
What is Dr. John Nelson's NPI?
Dr. John Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528047248, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Nelson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. John Nelson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. John Nelson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99308); Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99306). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.