Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Nelson, MD
Diagnostic Radiology Physician (CMS: Diagnostic Radiology) · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician · Vancouver, WA
- NPI 1396716437
- Accepts Medicare
- 32 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
700 Ne 87Th Ave
Vancouver, WA 986641913
(360) 397-1500
fax (360) 604-1669
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 2, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2085R0202X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Florida #ME80004 · Washington #MD00046926
- Medicaid (2)
- OR #275394 · WA #8397366
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1396716437. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
8,856
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$487,792
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Q9967 |
Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml | 1,100 | 11 | $0 | |
71045 |
X-ray of chest, 1 view | 1,056 | 908 | $9 | |
77067 |
Screening mammography | 1,030 | 1,030 | $128 | |
77063 |
Screening 3d breast mammography | 1,018 | 1,018 | $53 | |
77080 |
Dxa bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine | 642 | 642 | $38 | |
70450 |
Ct scan head or brain without contrast | 474 | 453 | $40 | |
76641 |
Complete ultrasound scan of 1 breast | 422 | 417 | $154 | |
A9579 |
Injection, gadolinium-based magnetic resonance contrast agent, not otherwise specified (nos), per ml | 331 | 18 | $2 | |
G0279 |
Diagnostic digital breast tomosynthesis, unilateral or bilateral (list separately in addition to 77065 or 77066) | 242 | 235 | $54 | |
74176 |
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast | 181 | 175 | $85 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 12 peers in this city , average services per provider: 221. This provider delivers 40× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Nelson's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Nelson practices Diagnostic Radiology Physician in Vancouver, WA.
Where does Dr. Howard Nelson practice?
Dr. Howard Nelson practices at 700 Ne 87Th Ave, Vancouver, WA 986641913. Office phone: 3603971500.
What is Dr. Howard Nelson's NPI?
Dr. Howard Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396716437, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Nelson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Nelson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Nelson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml (HCPCS Q9967); X-ray of chest, 1 view (HCPCS 71045); Screening mammography (HCPCS 77067). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.