2026 NPPES data Surgical Physician Assistant NPI 1124584149 PA-C
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CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C

Surgical Physician Assistant in PARAMUS, New Jersey. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
93
Medicare Part D claims · 53 beneficiaries · Surgical Physician Assistant avg: 316
Generic prescribing
78%
generic claims · 22% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Industry payments
$34.07
2 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C filed 93 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Surgical Physician Assistant in PARAMUS, New Jersey, prescribing 78% generic.

93
Part D claims, 2023
78%
generic prescribing
$34.07
industry payments (Sunshine Act)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

93 0th percentile higher than 0% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). This entry sits in this band. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Above this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Above this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 02/14/2019

NPI 1124584149

Primary specialty

Surgical Physician Assistant

Mid-sized

16,119 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

93 71% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 316

Specialty distribution in New Jersey

How Surgical Physician Assistant compares to other specialties among New Jersey providers

New Jersey providers

Surgical Physician Assistant share within New Jersey

1. Surgical Physician Assistant42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Surgical Physician Assistant share within New Jersey

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Surgical Physician Assistant (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Surgical Physician Assistant ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Surgical Physician Assistant) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Surgical Physician Assistant) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Surgical Physician Assistant provider holding PA-C credentials at 590 VALLEY HEALTH PLZ, PARAMUS, NJ, 07652, with a listed phone of (201) 527-7370. NPI 1124584149 was issued on 02/14/2019. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what NELSON most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 93 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 53 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $11K in drug spend, split 22% brand-name and 78% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 26.9%. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Surgical Physician Assistant is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 16,119 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 316 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

590 VALLEY HEALTH PLZ
PARAMUS, NJ 07652

Provider Details

NPI 1124584149
Specialty Surgical Physician Assistant
Credentials PA-C
Gender Female
NPI Issued 02/14/2019

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

KADLEC REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
★★★★☆ 4/5
RICHLAND, WA
Acute Care Hospitals
CMS CCN: 500058
POUDRE VALLEY MEDICAL GROUP LLC
LOVELAND, CO

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$34

Largest payer

Boston Scientific Corporation

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C — brand share 22.0%
Specialty average (est.)

22% brand-name claims vs 78% generic, on 93 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

93
Total Claims
$11K
Total Drug Cost
53
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
105
Total Day Supply
2,051
Brand vs Generic
22% brand / 78% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$10K
Generic Drug Cost
$615
Opioid Claims
25 (26.9% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
13

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
70.2 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
3.92
Gender Split
43% female / 57% male
Age Distribution
<65: 11, 65-74: 18, 75-84: 24, 85+: 0

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

What CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C prescribes most

Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023

claims
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File As of 2023
Drug Claims
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
24
Clopidogrel
Clopidogrel Bisulfate
22
Xarelto
Rivaroxaban
14

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Surgical Physician Assistant Overview

How CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C fits within the Surgical Physician Assistant landscape nationally.

16,119
Surgical Physician Assistant Providers in US
54
States with Surgical Physician Assistant
316
Avg Claims per Provider

CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C's 93 claims are below the specialty average of 316.

Nearby Surgical Physician Assistant Providers in New Jersey

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in New Jersey, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as NELSON.

Compare Surgical Physician Assistant nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C's specialty?
CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C specializes in Surgical Physician Assistant and practices in PARAMUS, New Jersey. Credentials: PA-C.
How much does CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C wrote 93 Medicare Part D claims totaling $11K in drug costs for 53 beneficiaries.
Where is CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C located?
CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C is located at 590 VALLEY HEALTH PLZ, PARAMUS, NJ, 07652. Phone: (201) 527-7370.
What is CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C's NPI number?
CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1124584149, issued on 02/14/2019.
Does CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C's prescribing is 22% brand-name and 78% generic drugs by claim count, with $10K in brand drug costs.
Does CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C prescribe opioids?
Yes, CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C had 25 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 26.9%.
How many Surgical Physician Assistant providers are there in the US?
There are 16,119 Surgical Physician Assistant providers across 54 states in the US. The average Surgical Physician Assistant provider writes 316 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C's most frequently prescribed drugs include Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, Clopidogrel, Xarelto. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C accept Medicare?
CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C appears in CMS Medicare data with 93 Part D claims and 53 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C's credentials?
CHRISTIE NELSON, PA-C's NPI is 1124584149 with credentials PA-C. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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