Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Russell Nelson, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Salt Lake City, UT
- NPI 1285628966
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 18.1 / 100 · 2023
- 28 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5316 S Woodrow St Ste 200
Salt Lake City, UT 841075838
(801) 747-1020
fax (801) 747-1020
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 2, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Utah #5646209-1205
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1285628966. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,111
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$146,921
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 364 | 164 | $37 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 167 | 135 | $120 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 124 | 77 | $42 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 117 | 95 | $85 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 108 | 63 | $66 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 78 | 43 | $1 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 58 | 58 | $159 | |
27447 |
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee | 53 | 47 | $1,225 | |
J1040 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg | 15 | 12 | $12 | |
73521 |
X-ray of both hips, 2 views | 14 | 11 | $39 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 22 peers in this city , average services per provider: 58. This provider delivers 19× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$14
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bioventus LLC | 1 | $14.42 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
530
Patients
340
Total drug cost
$17,113
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 146 | 78 | $1,154 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 141 | 86 | $3,709 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 61 | 49 | $144 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 44 | 29 | $357 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 33 | 29 | $429 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | Generic | 23 | 13 | $161 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 23 | 11 | $56 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 22 | 13 | $269 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 20 | 19 | $10,789 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | Generic | 17 | 13 | $46 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Russell Nelson's medical specialty?
Dr. Russell Nelson practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Salt Lake City, UT.
Where does Dr. Russell Nelson practice?
Dr. Russell Nelson practices at 5316 S Woodrow St Ste 200, Salt Lake City, UT 841075838. Office phone: 8017471020.
What is Dr. Russell Nelson's NPI?
Dr. Russell Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285628966, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Russell Nelson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Russell Nelson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Russell Nelson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: X-ray of knee, 3 views (HCPCS 73562); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); X-ray of hip, 2-3 views (HCPCS 73502). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.