RUSSELL L NELSON MD
NPI 1285628966
Orthopaedic Surgery in Salt Lake City, UT

Q: What is Russell Nelson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Russell Nelson is 1285628966. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 8, 2005.

Q: What is Russell Nelson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Russell Nelson was last updated on January 2, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.

Active since September 08, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

18.05/100

CMS Quality Rating

5316 S WOODROW ST STE 200, SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84107(801) 747-1020(801) 747-1020 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 2, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Russell L Nelson Md NPPES

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

RUSSELL L NELSON MD (NPI 1285628966) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Salt Lake City, Utah, licensed in Utah (5646209-1205) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lds Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Utah School Of Medicine (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285628966

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207X00000X

Provider Legal NameRUSSELL L NELSONCredential: MD

Location Address5316 S WOODROW ST STE 200Salt Lake City, UT 84107-5838

Mailing Address5316 S Woodrow St Ste 200Salt Lake City, UT 84107-5838 · (801) 747-1020 · Fax (801) 713-0609

Phone(801) 747-1020

Fax(801) 747-1020

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Utah School Of MedicineGraduated 1998

Enumeration DateSeptember 8, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 2, 2019

✔ NPI 1285628966 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207X00000X

License✔ Licensed in UT · 5646209-1205

Definition

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

5316 S WOODROW ST STE 200, Salt Lake City, UT 84107

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Select Health.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

Russell L Nelson Md 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 ID1355328790

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040702000369

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.

X-ray of knee, 3 views 73562

An X-ray of the knee, 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the knee from three different angles. This helps medical professionals to diagnose and monitor conditions like arthritis, fractures, or infections. The process is quick and painless.

329 services146 patients

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.

191 services145 patients

X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502

An X-ray of the hip with 2-3 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce pictures of the hip joint. These images help in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The process is quick and painless.

139 services83 patients

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301

Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.

81 services35 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This 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.

78 services78 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

70 services52 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Lds Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Salt Lake City, UT

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number460006

Location8th Avenue And C StreetSalt Lake City, UT 84143 · Salt Lake County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Intermountain Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Murray, UT

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number460010

Location5121 South Cottonwood StreetMurray, UT 84107 · Salt Lake County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Mark's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Salt Lake City, UT

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number460047

Location1200 East 3900 SouthSalt Lake City, UT 84124 · Salt Lake County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 84107 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

$84.41 typical visit price

range $54.34 – $166.03

Typical copayment $21.10 (range $13.58 – $41.50)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$68.01 typical visit price

range $17.23 – $135.20

Typical copayment $17.00 (range $4.30 – $33.80)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

18.05/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

Quality

13.73

Improvement Activities

Cost

41.85

Reported Quality Measures

Risk-standardized complication rate (RSCR) following elective primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) and/or total knee arthroplasty (TKA) for Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS)

Lower rates are better for this measure.

0.02%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 14

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

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