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DR. JOEL NWOSU-NELSON MD
NPI 1750350682
Internal Medicine in Clifton, NJ

Active since March 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1033 US HIGHWAY 46 205, CLIFTON, NJ 07013(973) 910-8400 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 6, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Joel Nwosu-nelson Md NPPES

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

DR. JOEL NWOSU-NELSON MD (NPI 1750350682) is an individual internal medicine provider in Clifton, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (MA065896) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Joseph's University Medical Center Inc, and is a graduate of Other (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1750350682
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOEL NWOSU-NELSONCredential: MD
Location Address1033 US HIGHWAY 46 205Clifton, NJ 07013-7475
Mailing Address1033 Us Highway 46 205Clifton, NJ 07013-7475 · (973) 910-8400
Phone(973) 910-8400
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateMarch 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 6, 2015
✔ NPI 1750350682 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in NJ · MA065896
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
1033 US HIGHWAY 46 205, Clifton, NJ 07013
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified018088NJ
Medicaid7713801NJ
Medicare UPING79868NJ

Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Joel Nwosu-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 ID1456371822
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051201000066
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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
146 services12 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.
44 services24 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
18 services18 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
14 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Joseph's University Medical Center Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Paterson, NJ
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number310019
Location703 Main StPaterson, NJ 07503 · Passaic County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 07013 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
$144.86 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $36.21 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.57 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $27.89 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
5 suppliers18 claims26 services$4.57 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
4 suppliers12 claims12 services$0.47 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Joel Nwosu-nelson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joel Nwosu-nelson is 1750350682. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 14, 2006.

Where is Joel Nwosu-nelson located?

Joel Nwosu-nelson practices at 1033 Us Highway 46 205, Clifton, NJ 07013. The listed phone number is (973) 910-8400.

What is Joel Nwosu-nelson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Joel Nwosu-nelson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joel Nwosu-nelson is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Joel Nwosu-nelson accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health and Ambetter Health of Delaware list Joel Nwosu-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.

Is Joel Nwosu-nelson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joel Nwosu-nelson is affiliated with St Joseph's University Medical Center Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joel Nwosu-nelson was last updated on October 6, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.