Dr. William Nelms, M.D.
20+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
2 locations
About Dr. William Nelms
William Nelms, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Des Moines, IA.
Specialty Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
2
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Credentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
No education details on file.
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 23320 | Surgery |
Public Data Summary for Dr. William Nelms
With 20 years of practice, Dr. William Nelms is an established healthcare provider, M.D.,. Dr. currently practices across 2 facilities, including Va Central Iowa Healthcare System in Des Moines, Iowa. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356354591, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. William Nelms
Where does Dr. William Nelms practice?
Dr. William Nelms practices at Va Central Iowa Healthcare System in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. is also affiliated with 1 additional facility, listed below.
Does Dr. William Nelms accept Medicare?
CartoChrome does not have a verified Medicare assignment record for Dr. William Nelms. CMS opt-out records should be checked directly, and patients should call the practice to confirm Medicare acceptance for their specific plan.
What is Dr. William Nelms's NPI number?
Dr. William Nelms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356354591. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. William Nelms been practicing?
Dr. William Nelms has approximately 20 years of practice experience.