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CHARLES L NELSON MD
NPI 1841228343
Orthopaedic Surgery in Philadelphia, PA

Active since June 30, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3737 MARKET ST, 7 FLOOR, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104(215) 662-3340(215) 222-8875 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 31, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Charles L Nelson Md NPPES

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

CHARLES L NELSON MD (NPI 1841228343) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD054282L) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania, and is a graduate of Perelman School Of Med At The University Of Pennsylvania (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1841228343
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameCHARLES L NELSONCredential: MD
Location Address3737 MARKET ST, 7 FLOORPhiladelphia, PA 19104-5545
Mailing Address3737 Market St, 7 FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19104-5545 · (215) 662-3340 · Fax (215) 222-8875
Phone(215) 662-3340
Fax(215) 222-8875
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPerelman School Of Med At The University Of PennsylvaniaGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateJune 30, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 31, 2014
✔ NPI 1841228343 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD054282L
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.
3737 MARKET ST, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPING61669
Medicaid001647031PA
Medicare UPIN003679PA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, 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

Charles 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 ID2668411208
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050503000330
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 11

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 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.
183 services160 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.
134 services116 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.
77 services70 patients
Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis 27130
This procedure, known as hip arthroplasty, involves replacing your damaged thigh bone and hip joint with artificial parts, called a prosthesis. It helps relieve pain, improve mobility, and enhance your quality of life.
69 services66 patients
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee 27447
A bilateral knee joint replacement is a procedure where the damaged parts of both your knee joints are replaced with artificial parts. It aims to relieve pain and improve mobility. The process involves a surgical operation under anesthesia.
68 services63 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.
68 services60 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania

Acute Care Hospitals · Philadelphia, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390111
Location34th & Spruce StsPhiladelphia, PA 19104 · Philadelphia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Philadelphia, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390223
Location51 North 39th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19104 · Philadelphia County
Emergency services

Pennsylvania Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Philadelphia, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390226
Location800 Spruce StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19107 · Philadelphia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 19104 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
$92.69 typical visit price
range $59.88 – $180.99
Typical copayment $23.17 (range $14.97 – $45.24)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$74.47 typical visit price
range $19.30 – $147.29
Typical copayment $18.61 (range $4.82 – $36.82)
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.

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.

Walker, folding, wheeled, adjustable or fixed height E0143
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
4 suppliers18 claims18 services$35.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with fixed arms E0163
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
5 suppliers20 claims20 services$41.41 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 20

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

SAMIR MEHTA MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
3737 MARKET ST, 7 FLOOR
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-3340
GINA MARIA MCGARVEY PA-C
Physician Assistant
3737 MARKET ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (267) 575-3110
MICHAEL MALONEY
Family Medicine
3737 MARKET ST, 9TH FL
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-8777
DR. JEREMY B KATZEN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
3737 MARKET ST, 10TH FL
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-3202
CRAIG D KATZ PA-C
Physician Assistant
3737 MARKET ST, 7TH FLOOR
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-3340
PRISCILLA ESADAH MD
Family Medicine
3737 MARKET ST, 9TH FLOOR
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-8777
LAUREN ANNE SMITH CRNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3737 MARKET ST, 7TH FLOOR
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-3340
ALYSSA KATHLEEN BRUEHLMAN M.D.
Family Medicine (Addiction Medicine)
3737 MARKET ST, 9TH FL
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-8777

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 Charles Nelson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Nelson is 1841228343. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 30, 2006.

Where is Charles Nelson located?

Charles Nelson practices at 3737 Market St 7 Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104. The listed phone number is (215) 662-3340.

What is Charles Nelson's specialty?

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

Is Charles Nelson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles 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 Charles Nelson accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan list Charles 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 Charles Nelson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Charles Nelson is affiliated with Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Pennsylvania Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Charles Nelson was last updated on October 31, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.