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Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)

Richard S. Nelson, DO

Works at hospitals in Medford, OR · Grants Pass, OR · Oregon

Summary

Richard S. Nelson, DO (Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)) is listed by Medicare at 2 hospitals in Medford, OR and Grants Pass, OR. NPI 1649499443. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS Facility Affiliation Data, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Richard S. 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

Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)Primary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
24Years since medical school (graduated 2002)
University Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal)Medical school
MaleGender (as listed)
Asante Physician PartnersGroup practice

Quick answers

Which hospitals does Richard S. Nelson work at?
Medicare's official clinician data lists Richard S. Nelson at 2 hospitals: Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center and Asante Three Rivers Medical Center. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
Where does Richard S. Nelson see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 4 practice locations, including Grants Pass, OR. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Richard S. Nelson's specialty?
Medicare lists Colorectal Surgery (Proctology) as the primary specialty, and also General Surgery.
Does Richard S. Nelson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Richard S. Nelson accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
What is the phone number for Richard S. Nelson?
(541) 472-7000, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Richard S. Nelson's NPI number?
1649499443. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Hospitals where Richard S. Nelson works

Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Richard S. Nelson at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.

Practice locations

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

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Richard S. Nelson as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • Asante Physician Partners225 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other colorectal surgeons in Oregon

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Oregon — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialDO
Medical schoolUniversity Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal)
Graduation year2002
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1649499443
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Sources

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