DARLENE R NELSON MD
NPI 1891702064
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Rochester, MN

Active since August 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
200 1ST ST SW, ROCHESTER, MN 55905(507) 284-2511 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 19, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 19, 2020, May 6, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Darlene R Nelson Md NPPES

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

DARLENE R NELSON MD (NPI 1891702064) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Rochester, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (48605) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, and is a graduate of University Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891702064
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameDARLENE R NELSONCredential: MD
Location Address200 1ST ST SWRochester, MN 55905-0001
Mailing Address200 1st St SwRochester, MN 55905-0001 · (507) 284-2511
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb)Graduated 2005
Enumeration DateAugust 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 19, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 19, 2020
NPI 1891702064 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RP1001X
License Licensed in MN · 48605
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 48605 (MN)
200 1ST ST SW, Rochester, MN 55905

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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Darlene R 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 ID5890799381
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060914000624
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 7

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 straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
111 services51 patients
Irrigation and suction of lung airways to obtain cells using an endoscope 31624
This is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope is inserted through your mouth into the lungs. A small amount of saline is then introduced to wash the airways. The fluid, along with cells from the lung, is suctioned back for analysis.
34 services34 patients
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.
31 services30 patients
Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance 32555
This procedure, known as a thoracentesis, involves removing fluid from the space between the lungs and chest wall, called the pleural space. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure precision. It can help diagnose conditions or relieve symptoms like shortness of breath.
30 services29 patients
Biopsy of lobe of lung using an endoscope, 1 lobe 31628
A lung biopsy is a procedure where a small piece of lung tissue is taken for testing. An endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, is used. It's inserted through the mouth or nose, down the windpipe, and into one lobe of the lung.
26 services26 patients
Drainage of fluid from chest cavity with insertion of indwelling tube using imaging guidance 32557
This procedure involves removing fluid from your chest cavity, which is the space around your lungs. A small tube is inserted, under image guidance, to drain the fluid. This tube stays in place to prevent fluid buildup, aiding in your breathing and comfort.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester

Acute Care Hospitals · Rochester, MN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number240010
Location1216 Second Street SouthwestRochester, MN 55902 · Olmsted County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mayo Clinic Health System - Mankato

Acute Care Hospitals · Mankato, MN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240093
Location1025 Marsh StreetMankato, MN 56001 · Blue Earth County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55905 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
$127.61 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.61 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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.

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$84.52 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$34.89 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.

Internal Medicine
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Pathology (Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine)
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Nurse Practitioner
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Nurse Practitioner
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Optometrist
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Psychologist
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905

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 Darlene Nelson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Darlene Nelson is 1891702064. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 1, 2006.

Where is Darlene Nelson located?

Darlene Nelson practices at 200 1st St SW, Rochester, MN 55905. The listed phone number is (507) 284-2511.

What is Darlene Nelson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Darlene Nelson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Darlene 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 Darlene Nelson accept?

Health plans from Medica list Darlene 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 Darlene Nelson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Darlene Nelson is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester and Mayo Clinic Health System - Mankato.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Darlene Nelson was last updated on August 19, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.