Dr. David Nelson, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery
13+
Years in Practice
Available
Telehealth
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. David Nelson
David Nelson, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Dallas, TX.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
13
Years Experience
1
Location
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School
Class of 2013
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | R0083 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) | |
| Texas | R0083 | Surgery | — |
Public Data Summary for Dr. David Nelson
With 13 years of practice, Dr. David Nelson is an established thoracic surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School in 2013. Dr. currently practices at University Of Texas At Dallas in Dallas, Texas. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407299761, 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.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. David Nelson as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 20 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 42 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. David Nelson received $2K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$2K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 75390
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. David Nelson
What does Dr. David Nelson specialize in?
Dr. David Nelson specializes in Thoracic Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Surgery.
Where does Dr. David Nelson practice?
Dr. David Nelson practices at University Of Texas At Dallas in Dallas, Texas.
Does Dr. David Nelson accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. David Nelson accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 20 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. David Nelson's NPI number?
Dr. David Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407299761. 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. David Nelson been practicing?
Dr. David Nelson has approximately 13 years of practice experience, having graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School in 2013.