DANIEL NELSON
NPI 1558895227
Ophthalmology in New Orleans, LA

Q: What is Daniel Nelson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Daniel Nelson is 1558895227. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 19, 2017.

Q: What is Daniel Nelson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Daniel Nelson was last updated on August 27, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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 April 19, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

92.26/100

CMS Quality Rating

1514 JEFFERSON HWY, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121(504) 842-3995(504) 842-5970 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 27, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 27, 2023, Jun 10, 2021, Apr 19, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Daniel Nelson NPPES

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

DANIEL NELSON (NPI 1558895227) is an individual ophthalmology provider in New Orleans, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (336561) and active in the NPI registry since April 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, and maintains a secondary practice location in Atlanta.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1558895227

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207W00000X

Provider Legal NameDANIEL NELSON

Location Address1514 JEFFERSON HWYNew Orleans, LA 70121-2429

Mailing Address1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121-2429 · (504) 842-4000

Phone(504) 842-3995

Fax(504) 842-5970

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 2017

Enumeration DateApril 19, 2017

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 27, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 27, 2023

✔ NPI 1558895227 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207W00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in LA · 336561✔ Licensed in GA · 88477

Definition

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

1514 JEFFERSON HWY, New Orleans, LA 70121

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11364 Clifton Rd NEAtlanta, GA 30322-1059 · Phone (404) 251-8796

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana.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

Daniel Nelson 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 ID5597035451

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230911001569

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 5

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.

Exam to measure eye deviation and range of motion 92060

This is an eye exam that checks for any misalignment in your eyes, also known as deviation. It also assesses the movement range of your eyes. The procedure is painless and helps in detecting conditions like strabismus or other vision issues.

85 services54 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.

32 services24 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.

17 services16 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.

15 services15 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Ochsner Medical Center Acute

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number190036

Location1516 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121 · Jefferson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70121 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

$128.88 typical visit price

range $55.50 – $170.30

Typical copayment $32.22 (range $13.87 – $42.57)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$69.44 typical visit price

range $17.42 – $138.03

Typical copayment $17.36 (range $4.35 – $34.50)

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.

92.26/100

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

73.83

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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