Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Karen Nelson, DO
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Las Vegas, NV
- NPI 1447660097
- Accepts Medicare
- 12 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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2231 W. Charleston Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89102
(702) 383-2663
fax (702) 383-2682 - Additional location
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15855 19 Mile RD
Clinton Township, MI 480383504
(586) 263-2976 - Mailing address
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1800 W. Charleston Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89102
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 10, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2014 — 12 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Nevada #DO2610
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1447660097. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
126
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$23,677
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 55 | 31 | $89 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 23 | 13 | $36 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 21 | 21 | $129 | |
73552 |
X-ray of thigh bone, minimum 2 views | 15 | 12 | $27 | |
27245 |
Treatment of broken neck of thigh bone with bone implant | 12 | 12 | $1,236 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 30 peers in this city , average services per provider: 242. This provider delivers 0.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,237
Transactions
20
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. | 4 | $489.97 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 5 | $319.57 | |
| Goode Surgical Inc | 7 | $258.73 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $107.86 | |
| ZIMVIE INC. | 2 | $46.00 | |
| Bioventus LLC | 1 | $15.10 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
22
Patients
11
Total drug cost
$136
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 22 | 11 | $136 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Karen Nelson's medical specialty?
Dr. Karen Nelson practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Las Vegas, NV.
Where does Dr. Karen Nelson practice?
Dr. Karen Nelson practices at 2231 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89102. Office phone: 7023832663.
What is Dr. Karen Nelson's NPI?
Dr. Karen Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447660097, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karen Nelson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karen Nelson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karen Nelson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); X-ray of hip, 2-3 views (HCPCS 73502); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.