Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joel Nelson
Specialist (CMS: Urology) · Pittsburgh, PA
- NPI 1952379885
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.5 / 100 · 2023
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
5200 Centre Ave, Suite 209
Pittsburgh, PA 152321300
(412) 605-3000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 6, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 174400000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD069351L
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1952379885. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
37
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$2,710
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 24 | 23 | $54 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 13 | 13 | $108 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 141 peers in Pittsburgh Specialist, average services per provider: 112. This provider delivers 0.3× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
16
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$91
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imipramine Hcl | Generic | 16 | 0 | $91 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joel Nelson's medical specialty?
Dr. Joel Nelson practices Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA.
Where does Dr. Joel Nelson practice?
Dr. Joel Nelson practices at 5200 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 152321300. Office phone: 4126053000.
What is Dr. Joel Nelson's NPI?
Dr. Joel Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952379885, 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 99212); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.