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DR. CAROLINA VAC NELSON M.D.
NPI 1003228131
Family Medicine in St Petersburg, FL

Active since May 23, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
7751 9TH ST N STE 10, ST PETERSBURG, FL 33702(727) 521-2424(727) 521-2425 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 11, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 11, 2022, Feb 15, 2016, Feb 10, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Carolina Vac Nelson M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. CAROLINA VAC NELSON M.D. (NPI 1003228131) is an individual family medicine provider in St Petersburg, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME125387) and active in the NPI registry since May 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Anthonys Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Florida College Of Medicine (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1003228131
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CAROLINA VAC NELSONCredential: M.D.
Location Address7751 9TH ST N STE 10St Petersburg, FL 33702-1102
Mailing Address7751 9th St N Ste 10St Petersburg, FL 33702-1102 · (727) 521-2424 · Fax (727) 521-2425
Phone(727) 521-2424
Fax(727) 521-2425
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Florida College Of MedicineGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateMay 23, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 11, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 11, 2022
✔ NPI 1003228131 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in FL · ME125387✔ Licensed in FL · TRN20292
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
7751 9TH ST N STE 10, St Petersburg, FL 33702
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid022106900FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Carolina Vac Nelson M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID345534996
PECOS Enrollment IDI20171028000141
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
416 services254 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
275 services275 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
68 services59 patients
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662
The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.
64 services64 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
60 services60 patients
Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, 20 valent (pcv20), for intramuscular use 90677
The Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV20) is a shot given to protect against 20 types of bacteria that can cause serious infections like pneumonia and meningitis. It's administered through a muscle, usually in the arm. It's important for overall health.
25 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

St Anthonys Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Petersburg, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number100067
Location1200 Seventh Ave NSaint Petersburg, FL 33705 · Pinellas County
Emergency services

St Josephs Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tampa, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number100075
Location3001 W Martin Luther King Jr BlvdTampa, FL 33677 · Hillsborough County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Morton Plant Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Clearwater, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100127
Location300 Pinellas StClearwater, FL 33756 · Pinellas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mease Countryside Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Safety Harbor, FL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100265
Location3231 Mcmullen Booth RdSafety Harbor, FL 34695 · Pinellas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33702 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$87.62 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $21.90 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$99.16 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
8 suppliers14 claims29 services$6.13 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers11 claims11 services$42.19 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers16 claims68 services$1.70 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers15 claims15 services$13.86 avg. paid by Medicare
Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers18 claims18 services$22.75 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers26 claims26 services$67.33 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

LAUREN DAVIS APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
7751 9TH ST N STE 10
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33702
Pinellas County (727) 521-2424
BAYCARE MEDICAL GROUP INC
Family Medicine
7751 9TH ST N STE 10
ST PETERSBURG, FL 33702
Pinellas County (727) 521-2424

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Carolina Nelson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Carolina Nelson is 1003228131. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 23, 2014.

Where is Carolina Nelson located?

Carolina Nelson practices at 7751 9th St N Ste 10, St Petersburg, FL 33702. The listed phone number is (727) 521-2424.

What is Carolina Nelson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Carolina Nelson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Carolina Nelson is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Carolina Nelson accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Alabama, AvMed and Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and 1 other insurer list Carolina Nelson as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Carolina Nelson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Carolina Nelson is affiliated with St Anthonys Hospital, St Josephs Hospital, Morton Plant Hospital and Mease Countryside Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Carolina Nelson was last updated on July 11, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.