Kathryn Melissa Nelson, DO
Pain Medicine Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Kathryn Melissa Nelson is a Pain Medicine Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation specialist based in Layton, UT with over 9 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGEMENT
Kathryn Melissa Nelson, DO has practiced physical medicine & rehabilitation for 9+ years, working in group practice. She graduated from Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Mid Western University in 2017 and has 9+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 74% of reporting doctors in Utah
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1299dNPPES updated 2022-11-01 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Utah Physicians Licensing Board (DOPL)
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better43.27%
Utah avg: 6.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+38.2 pts)
43.27% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.3%
Utah avg: 84.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.5 pts)
Better than 74% of reporting doctors in UtahHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
37
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
26
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
208
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $8k
Percentile rankings compared against 531 reporting peers in Utah.
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.
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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$45 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Kathryn Melissa Nelson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2017
Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Mid Western University
Board certified · Oct 31, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
9 years in practice
Established
A physician who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs may also be coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 2081P2900X
Education & Training
Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Mid Western University (Class of 2017)
Mailing address
Po Box 27128, Salt Lake City, UT 84127-0128
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With Kathryn Melissa Nelson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kathryn Melissa Nelson for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Layton 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 Kathryn Melissa Nelson
Dr. Nelson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Layton, UT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (801) 779-6200.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kathryn Melissa Nelson
Practice Location
2075 University Park Blvd, Layton, UT 84041-1611
Mailing Address
Po Box 27128, Salt Lake City, UT 84127-0128
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