LAURIE S NELSON MD
NPI 1972823557
Internal Medicine in Hershey, PA

Q: What is Laurie Nelson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laurie Nelson is 1972823557. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 7, 2010. The provider is also known as Laurie S Wood.

Q: What is Laurie Nelson's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laurie Nelson was last updated on March 12, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 months 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 June 07, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

71.78/100

CMS Quality Rating

1150 COCOA AVE, HERSHEY, PA 17033(800) 243-1455 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 12, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 12, 2026, Mar 9, 2021, Apr 19, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Laurie S Nelson Md NPPES

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

LAURIE S NELSON MD (NPI 1972823557) is an individual internal medicine provider in Hershey, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD450079) and active in the NPI registry since June 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Hershey.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972823557

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameLAURIE S NELSONCredential: MD

Location Address1150 COCOA AVEHershey, PA 17033-1712

Mailing Address500 University Dr, Mc Ca410Hershey, PA 17033-2360 · (717) 531-5208 · Fax (717) 531-0119

Phone(800) 243-1455

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSPennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated 2010

Enumeration DateJune 7, 2010

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 12, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMarch 12, 2026

✔ NPI 1972823557 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in PA · MD450079

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.

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineTaxonomy 207RH0002X · License MD450079 (PA)

Also ListedPediatricsTaxonomy 208000000X · License MT196655 (PA)

1150 COCOA AVE, Hershey, PA 17033

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Laurie S Wood

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1500 University DrHershey, PA 17033-2360 · Phone (717) 531-4221 · Fax (717) 531-0151

Other Identifiers 2

Other330319PA · Medicare

Medicaid1028895590001PA

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

Laurie S 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 ID9931338134

PECOS Enrollment IDI20140211000916

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 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 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.

205 services111 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

132 services85 patients

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

122 services70 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.

58 services57 patients

Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212

This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.

24 services18 patients

Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008

The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.

20 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Camp Hill, PA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390004

Location503 North 21st StreetCamp Hill, PA 17011 · Cumberland County

Emergency services

Milton S Hershey Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hershey, PA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number390256

Location500 University DriveHershey, PA 17033 · Dauphin County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 17033 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

$126.34 typical visit price

range $54.64 – $166.87

Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$96.82 typical visit price

range $17.33 – $135.84

Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)

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.

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.

71.78/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

48.32

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

57.63

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.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

8 suppliers14 claims40 services$6.95 avg. paid by Medicare

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

3 suppliers15 claims17 services$85.42 avg. paid by Medicare

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

2 suppliers21 claims21 services$190.61 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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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.

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