DAVID E NIELSON PA-C
NPI 1124393939
Physician Assistant in Boise, ID
About David E Nielson Pa-c NPPES
Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.
DAVID E NIELSON PA-C (NPI 1124393939) is an individual physician assistant in Boise, Idaho, licensed in Idaho (PA-1183) and active in the NPI registry since March 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Luke's Regional Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.
NPPES Registry Identity
Specialties & Licenses 2
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Secondary Practice Locations 2
Other Identifiers 3
Accepted Insurance
Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS
Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.
Medicare Enrollment Status
Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment
David E Nielson Pa-c 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.
Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies
The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.
Durable Medical Equipment
DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental (HCPCS:E1392)
1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Fusion of additional segment of spine
Fusion of spine in lower back
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more
Partial removal of spine bone with release of lower spinal cord and/or nerves, 1 segment
Placement of stabilizing device to back of 1 spine bone in neck
Placement of stabilizing device to back, 3-6 spine bone segments
Removal of growth of lower spine bone outside spine membrane
Fusion of an additional segment of the spine is a surgical procedure to join two or more vertebrae together. This is done to stabilize the spine and reduce pain or correct a deformity. The procedure involves using bone grafts, rods, or screws to secure the spine.
This service was performed 36 times for 18 patientsFusion of the spine in the lower back, also known as lumbar spinal fusion, is a surgery aimed to join, or fuse, two or more vertebrae in your lower back. This procedure can help alleviate pain and improve stability by reducing movement between the vertebrae.
This service was performed 15 times for 15 patientsSpine fusion is a procedure to join two or more vertebrae. During this process, a cage or mesh device is inserted into the spine bone and disc space. This helps to stabilize the spine, reduce pain, and improve functionality. The device acts as a bridge for new bone to grow on.
This service was performed 20 times for 14 patientsThis is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
This service was performed 16 times for 16 patientsThis procedure involves removing part of a spine bone to alleviate pressure on the lower spinal cord and/or nerves. It targets a single segment of the spine, improving mobility and reducing pain. It's a common treatment for conditions like herniated discs or spinal stenosis.
This service was performed 14 times for 14 patientsThis procedure involves positioning a stabilizing device onto a single spinal bone in the neck. The goal is to provide support and prevent movement that could cause discomfort or further injury. It's performed by trained specialists under anesthesia.
This service was performed 14 times for 12 patientsThis procedure involves placing a device on your back to stabilize 3-6 spine bone segments. It aids in maintaining spine alignment and reducing pain. The device is secured to the bones, providing support and promoting healing.
This service was performed 13 times for 12 patientsThis procedure involves the surgical removal of an abnormal growth on the lower spine bone. The growth is located outside the protective membrane of the spine. The aim is to alleviate discomfort and prevent potential complications.
This service was performed 13 times for 13 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $20.28 for a new patient copayment and $16.44 for an established patient copayment.
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 83712 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203
- Average New Patient Price $81.13
- Minimum New Patient Price $52.44
- Maximum New Patient Price $160.17
- Average New Patient Copayment $20.28
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.11
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $40.04
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213
- Average Established Patient Price $65.77
- Minimum Established Patient Price $16.68
- Maximum Established Patient Price $130.93
- Average Established Patient Copayment $16.44
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.17
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $32.73
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Overall MIPS Quality Performance
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and has an overall final score of 71.93, based on four performance areas: quality, improvement activities, promoting interoperability, and cost. The purpose of this information is to help people with Medicare make informed decisions and incentivize doctors and clinicians to maximize performance.
The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) is a way providers could use to participate in CMS Quality Payment Program (QPP). The MIPS program affects clinician reimbursement for Part B covered professional services and also rewards them for improving the quality of patient care and outcomes.
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Final Score: 71.93 out of 100
The MIPS program evaluates providers across multiple categories with a specific weight for each category resulting a in a MIPS final score that ranges from 0 to 100 points. The MIPS Final Score determines whether providers receive a negative, neutral or positive MIPS payment adjustment.
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Quality Score: 90.53
The Quality category assesses providers performance on clinical practices and patient outcomes under the traditional MIPS program. The quality measures help identify the quality of healthcare processes, outcomes, and patient experiences. The Quality measure category comprises 40% of a provider's final MIPS score.
There are six collection types for MIPS quality measures: Electronic Clinical Quality Measures (eCQMs), MIPS Clinical Quality Measures (CQMs), Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR) Measures, Medicare Part B claims measures, CMS Web Interface measures and The Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) for MIPS Survey.
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Promoting Interoperability Score: 100
The Interoperability category measures the providers ability to use technology to exchange and make use of healthcare information in a way that is less burdensome and improves outcomes. The Interoperability measure category comprises 25% of a provider's final MIPS score.
The MIPS Interoperability measure focuses on the use of certified electronic health record technology (CEHRT) to improve patient access health information, the exchange of information between clinicians and pharmacies and the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of healthcare data. -
Improvement Activities Score: 40
The Improvement Activities performance category evaluates the providers participation in clinical activities that support the improvement of clinical practice, care delivery, and outcomes. Providers have the option to choose 2 to 4 activities from an inventory of over 100 improvement activities. Providers typically choose the activities that best fit their needs. The improvement activities measure category comprises 15% of a provider's final MIPS score.
The Improvement measures aim to better patient engagement, patient safety and other areas of patient care. The Improvement Activities category comprises 15% of a provider's final MIPS score. -
Cost Score: 10
The Cost performance category assesses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.
Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category comprises 20% of a provider's final MIPS score.
Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. David Nielson is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
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| ST LUKE'S REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | 190 EAST BANNOCK STREET BOISE, ID 83712 | (208) 381-2222 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| TREASURE VALLEY HOSPITAL | 8800 WEST EMERALD STREET BOISE, ID 83704 | (208) 373-5000 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| ST LUKE'S NAMPA MEDICAL CENTER | 9850 WEST ST LUKES DRIVE NAMPA, ID 83687 | (208) 505-2000 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| ST LUKE'S MCCALL | 1000 STATE STREET MCCALL, ID 83638 | (208) 630-2395 | Critical Access Hospitals |
Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10
Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1124393939, enumerated as an "individual" on March 12, 2012.
The provider is located at 190 E BANNOCK ST FL 10 BOISE, ID 83712 and the phone number is (208) 381-5500.
Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Moda Health Plan, Inc., PacificSource Health. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
David Nielson is affiliated with: ST LUKE'S REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, TREASURE VALLEY HOSPITAL, ST LUKE'S NAMPA MEDICAL CENTER and ST LUKE'S MCCALL.
