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Family Practice

Robert Nelson, MD

Sees patients in San Francisco, CA · California

Summary

Robert Nelson, MD (Family Practice) is enrolled with Medicare at 2 practice locations in San Francisco, CA. NPI 1598743882. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Robert Nelson, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

Family PracticePrimary specialty
May acceptAccepts Medicare assignment
YesOffers telehealth
41Years since medical school (graduated 1985)
Ohio State University College Of MedicineMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)

Quick answers

Where does Robert Nelson see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including San Francisco, CA. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Robert Nelson's specialty?
Medicare lists Family Practice as the primary specialty.
Does Robert Nelson accept Medicare assignment?
Medicare's clinician data says Robert Nelson may accept Medicare assignment (as of 2026-10-02). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
Does Robert Nelson offer telehealth?
Medicare's clinician data says Robert Nelson offers telehealth services. Ask the office which visits can be done by video or phone.
What is Robert Nelson's NPI number?
1598743882. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Practice locations

Addresses where Robert Nelson is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Specialties

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Other family doctors in San Francisco

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in San Francisco, CA — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolOhio State University College Of Medicine
Graduation year1985
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentMay accept for some services
TelehealthOffers telehealth services
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1598743882
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Sources

  1. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  3. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians