Andrea Marie Nelson, MD

Nephrology Internal Medicine

Andrea Marie Nelson is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in Minneapolis, MN with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(612) 873-6963Minneapolis, MN
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across MN can see Andrea Marie Nelson, MD in person in Minneapolis or via virtual visit — no travel required. She graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 2008 and has 18+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, kidney disease, and high cholesterol (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 91.43/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 83% of MIPS-scored doctors in Minnesota
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 99 Internal Medicine providers in MNSee all Internal Medicine in Minneapolis18+ years experienceNPI since 2009

Older · 788dNPPES updated 2024-03-28 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice

Contact & Location

Practice Location

701 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415-1623

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 83% of doctors in Minnesota on federal quality measures.

MIPS Score

2023

91.43/100

Minnesota avg: 84.7 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.8 pts)

Better than 83% of MIPS-scored doctors in Minnesota

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Medicare Patients

93

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

77

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

199

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $38k

Percentile rankings compared against 1,431 reporting peers in Minnesota.

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, Chronic Kidney Disease, and High Cholesterol.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+45%)75%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+1%)71%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+35%)57%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+35%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+21%)55%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
47%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+14%)46%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+8%)40%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2008

    University of Minnesota Medical School

  2. Board certified · Mar 27, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 18 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.

Taxonomy: 207RN0300X

Education & Training

University of Minnesota Medical School (Class of 2008)

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Andrea Marie Nelson

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Andrea Marie Nelson for blood pressure monitoring, kidney care follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Minneapolis required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Andrea Marie Nelson

NPI records show Dr. Nelson as active with telehealth listed in Minneapolis, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (612) 873-6963.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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