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NATALIE NIELSEN M.D.
NPI 1679884779
Orthopaedic Surgery in Watertown, NY

Active since June 24, 2010PECOS Enrolled
79.84/100
CMS Quality Rating
1571 WASHINGTON ST STE 201, WATERTOWN, NY 13601(315) 782-1650 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 17, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 17, 2018, Oct 19, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Natalie Nielsen M.d. NPPES

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

NATALIE NIELSEN M.D. (NPI 1679884779) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Watertown, New York, licensed in New York (282758-1) and active in the NPI registry since June 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cape Cod Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Worcester.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679884779
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameNATALIE NIELSENCredential: M.D.
Location Address1571 WASHINGTON ST STE 201Watertown, NY 13601-9304
Mailing Address1571 Washington St Ste 201Watertown, NY 13601-9304 · (315) 782-1650
Phone(315) 782-1650
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Washington School Of MedicineGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateJune 24, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 17, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1679884779 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 282758-1
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.
1571 WASHINGTON ST STE 201, Watertown, NY 13601
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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Natalie Egge M.d.

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 155 Lake Ave N, Orthopedic/Sports Medicine ResidencyWorcester, MA 01655-0002 · Phone (508) 334-1000

Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Natalie Nielsen M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID42505497
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210127003402
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Natalie Nielsen reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Urgi Center Medical Group
316 mi
Urgent Care
2 JAN SEBASTIAN DR, 100
Sandwich, MA 02563
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 129 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1902146798 (508) 833-2639
Medical Affiliates Of Cape Cod, Inc.
328 mi
Internal Medicine
27 PARK ST, GLEASON HOUSE
Hyannis, MA 02601
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 423 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1770534927 (508) 862-5040

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

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 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.
365 services235 patients
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views 73630
An X-ray of the foot, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones and tissues in your foot. This helps to identify fractures, infections, or other abnormalities. Multiple views ensure a comprehensive examination.
275 services177 patients
X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views 73610
An ankle X-ray is a quick, painless imaging test. It involves capturing at least three different images or 'views' of your ankle using small amounts of radiation. These images help identify any abnormalities or injuries, such as fractures or arthritis.
212 services136 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.
154 services130 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.
152 services26 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.
55 services55 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Cape Cod Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hyannis, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220012
Location27 Park StreetHyannis, MA 02601 · Barnstable County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Falmouth Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Falmouth, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220135
Location67 & 100 Ter Heun DriveFalmouth, MA 02540 · Barnstable County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 13601 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
$84.93 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.57 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $17.14 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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.

79.84/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality63.36
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
99%120 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
15%132 patients1/55-star benchmark: 96%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
75%714 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
8%1,273 patients1/55-star benchmark: 99%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
30%185 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
93%241 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
87%1,273 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
1%1,273 patients1/55-star benchmark: 59%
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Ankle orthosis, ankle gauntlet or similar, with or without joints, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L1902
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF003N
1 supplier45 claims45 services$62.56 avg. paid by Medicare
Ankle foot orthosis, multiligamentous ankle support, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L1906
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF003N
1 supplier14 claims14 services$90.62 avg. paid by Medicare
Walking boot, pneumatic and/or vacuum, with or without joints, with or without interface material, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L4361
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF003N
1 supplier24 claims24 services$234.13 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.

CHRISTOPHER MICHAEL MUELLER PA-C
Physician Assistant
1571 WASHINGTON ST STE 201
WATERTOWN, NY 13601
Jefferson County (315) 782-1650
EMILY ALEXIS JARRETT DPT
Physical Therapist
1571 WASHINGTON ST STE 201
WATERTOWN, NY 13601
Jefferson County (315) 782-1650

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 Natalie Nielsen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Natalie Nielsen is 1679884779. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 24, 2010. The provider is also known as Natalie Egge M.D..

Where is Natalie Nielsen located?

Natalie Nielsen practices at 1571 Washington St Ste 201, Watertown, NY 13601. The listed phone number is (315) 782-1650.

What is Natalie Nielsen's specialty?

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

Is Natalie Nielsen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Natalie Nielsen is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Natalie Nielsen's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Natalie Nielsen reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Urgi Center Medical Group (Sandwich, MA) and Medical Affiliates Of Cape Cod, Inc. (Hyannis, MA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Natalie Nielsen's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Natalie Nielsen accept?

Health plans from Taro Health list Natalie Nielsen 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 Natalie Nielsen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Natalie Nielsen is affiliated with Cape Cod Hospital and Falmouth Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Natalie Nielsen was last updated on March 17, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.