Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Chris Nelson, DPM
Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist (CMS: Podiatry) · Erie, PA
- NPI 1609856160
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 0.0 / 100 · 2023
- 46 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1326 Peninsula Dr
Erie, PA 165054235
(814) 835-3338
fax (814) 835-3668
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 30, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1980 — 46 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 213ES0103X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #SC002265L
- Medicaid
- PA #000863013
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1609856160. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,141
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$147,425
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11721 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails | 573 | 176 | $42 | |
11056 |
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths | 427 | 144 | $78 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 261 | 152 | $86 | |
97597 |
Removal of tissue from wound, 20.0 sq cm or less | 171 | 45 | $95 | |
11057 |
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, more than 4 growths | 127 | 52 | $85 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 95 | 48 | $108 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 85 | 85 | $107 | |
G0127 |
Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number | 82 | 36 | $13 | |
73630 |
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views | 76 | 63 | $32 | |
11720 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 1-5 nails | 74 | 27 | $31 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Erie Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist, average services per provider: 107. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$87
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 1 | $87.27 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
87
Patients
62
Total drug cost
$1,551
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ciclopirox (Ciclopirox Olamine) | Brand | 36 | 20 | $1,242 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 32 | 23 | $259 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 19 | 19 | $50 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Chris Nelson's medical specialty?
Dr. Chris Nelson practices Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist in Erie, PA.
Where does Dr. Chris Nelson practice?
Dr. Chris Nelson practices at 1326 Peninsula Dr, Erie, PA 165054235. Office phone: 8148353338.
What is Dr. Chris Nelson's NPI?
Dr. Chris Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609856160, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Chris Nelson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Chris Nelson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Chris Nelson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails (HCPCS 11721); Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths (HCPCS 11056); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.