Quick answers
- Which hospitals does Christopher D. Nelson work at?
- Medicare's official clinician data lists Christopher D. Nelson at 2 hospitals: Guthrie County Hospital and UnityPoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi…. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
- Where does Christopher D. Nelson see patients?
- Medicare's clinician data lists 4 practice locations, including West Des Moines, IA and Storm Lake, IA. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
- What is Christopher D. Nelson's specialty?
- Medicare lists Orthopedic Surgery as the primary specialty.
- Does Christopher D. Nelson accept Medicare assignment?
- Medicare's clinician data says Christopher D. Nelson may accept Medicare assignment (as of 2026-10-02). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
- What is the phone number for Christopher D. Nelson?
- (515) 224-5232, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
- What is Christopher D. Nelson's NPI number?
- 1740403500. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Hospitals where Christopher D. Nelson works
Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Christopher D. Nelson at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.
- Guthrie County HospitalGuthrie Center, IA · Critical Access Hospital · CCN 161314
- UnityPoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi…Des Moines, IA · Acute Care Hospital · CCN 160082
Practice locations
Addresses where Christopher D. Nelson is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- 1600 60th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266 (515) 224‑5232
- 1660 60th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266 (515) 343‑1000
- 315 W 5th StStorm Lake, IA 50588 (712) 732‑7724
- 6001 Westown PkwyWest Des Moines, IA 50266 (515) 224‑1414
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Christopher D. Nelson as a member of these groups (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- Sports Rehab and Professional Therapy Associates Inc132 clinicians in the group
- Des Moines Orthopaedic Surgeons PC105 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Orthopedic Surgeryprimary
Other orthopedic surgeons in West Des Moines
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in West Des Moines, IA — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | DO |
|---|---|
| Graduation year | 2004 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | May accept for some services |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1740403500 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians