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DR. NELSON TAURO M.D.
NPI 1922242841
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Florence, KY

Q: What is Nelson Tauro's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nelson Tauro is 1922242841. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 22, 2009.

Q: What is Nelson Tauro's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nelson Tauro was last updated on June 29, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 40 days 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 22, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

90.38/100

CMS Quality Rating

7300 TURFWAY ROAD, ST ELIZABETH PHYSICIANS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, FLORENCE, KY 41042(859) 301-5901(859) 301-5940 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 29, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 8, 2024, Aug 30, 2018, Sep 30, 2015 (3 updates tracked since 2015).

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About Dr. Nelson Tauro M.d. NPPES

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

DR. NELSON TAURO M.D. (NPI 1922242841) is an individual psychiatry provider in Florence, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (45993) and active in the NPI registry since April 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Elizabeth Edgewood, and is a graduate of Other (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1922242841

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X

Provider Legal NameDR. NELSON TAUROCredential: M.D.

Location Address7300 TURFWAY ROAD, ST ELIZABETH PHYSICIANS BEHAVIORAL HEALTHFlorence, KY 41042-1398

Mailing AddressPo Box 635283, St Elizabeth PhysiciansCincinnati, OH 45263-5283 · (859) 301-5901 · Fax (859) 301-5940

Phone(859) 301-5901

Fax(859) 301-5940

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003

Enumeration DateApril 22, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateJune 29, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJune 29, 2026

✔ NPI 1922242841 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2084P0800X

Licenses✔ Licensed in KY · 45993✔ Licensed in IN · 01085430A

Definition

A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

7300 TURFWAY ROAD, Florence, KY 41042

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter Health and more.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. Nelson Tauro M.d. 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 ID9537301064

PECOS Enrollment IDI20130813000984, I20240328002824

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 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.

492 services169 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

109 services58 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

102 services68 patients

Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services 90792

A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services is a comprehensive assessment. It includes a detailed examination of your mental health and physical wellbeing, as well as your personal and family history. This evaluation aids in creating an effective treatment plan.

86 services84 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238

Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.

43 services34 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

32 services29 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

St Elizabeth Edgewood

Acute Care Hospitals · Edgewood, KY

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number180035

Location1 Medical Village DriveEdgewood, KY 41017 · Kenton County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Elizabeth Florence

Acute Care Hospitals · Florence, KY

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number180045

Location4900 Houston RoadFlorence, KY 41042 · Boone County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 41042 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

$162.27 typical visit price

range $52.76 – $162.27

Typical copayment $40.56 (range $13.19 – $40.56)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$66.24 typical visit price

range $16.53 – $131.99

Typical copayment $16.56 (range $4.13 – $32.99)

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.

90.38/100

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

80.76

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening

Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer

61%23 patients3/55-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…

24%49 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

MRS. ERIN SCHAEFFER ARNP

Nurse Practitioner