RANDOLPH ALVIN NELSON M.D.
NPI 1508846742
Emergency Medicine in Houston, TX

Active since January 21, 2006PECOS Enrolled
1401 ST JOSEPH PKWY, HOUSTON, TX 77002(713) 757-7557(713) 756-5922 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 21, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Randolph Alvin Nelson M.d. NPPES

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

RANDOLPH ALVIN NELSON M.D. (NPI 1508846742) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (L1949) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508846742
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameRANDOLPH ALVIN NELSONCredential: M.D.
Location Address1401 ST JOSEPH PKWYHouston, TX 77002-8301
Mailing Address2606 Iris CtPearland, TX 77584-9400 · (281) 412-9026 · Fax (281) 412-4195
Fax(713) 756-5922
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJanuary 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 21, 2010
NPI 1508846742 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License Licensed in TX · L1949
Definition

An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

1401 ST JOSEPH PKWY, Houston, TX 77002

Other Identifiers 7

Other1508846742TX · Bcbstx
Medicare UPINH48563
Other930117290TX · Railroad Medicare Prov #
Other1508846742TX · Tricare South
Other8G1501TX · Bc/bs Provider Number
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified8508B0TX · Medicare Provider Number
Medicaid1462699-02TX

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 (PECOS)

Randolph Alvin Nelson M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 4

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
261 services243 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
82 services75 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
25 services25 patients
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556
This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.
13 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77002 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
$90.40 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $22.60 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$102.71 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $25.67 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Dietitian, Registered
1401 ST JOSEPH PKWY
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Specialist
1401 ST JOSEPH PKWY, (ATTN: SJMC PHYSICIAN SERVICES)
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1401 ST JOSEPH PKWY
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1401 ST JOSEPH PKWY
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Psychiatric Unit
1401 ST JOSEPH PKWY
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1401 ST JOSEPH PKWY
HOUSTON, TX 77002
General Acute Care Hospital
1401 ST JOSEPH PKWY
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Skilled Nursing Facility
1401 ST JOSEPH PKWY
HOUSTON, TX 77002

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 Randolph Nelson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Randolph Nelson is 1508846742. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 21, 2006.

Where is Randolph Nelson located?

Randolph Nelson practices at 1401 St Joseph Pkwy, Houston, TX 77002. The listed phone number is (713) 757-7557.

What is Randolph Nelson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Randolph Nelson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Randolph Nelson is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Randolph Nelson accept?

Health plans from Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan, Health Advantage and Medica and 3 other insurers list Randolph 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Randolph Nelson was last updated on September 21, 2010. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.