How do I contact Dr. Charles Nelson?

You can contact Dr. Charles Nelson at 215-662-3340. The practice is located at 3737 Market St in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

What procedures does Dr. Charles Nelson specialize in?

Dr. Charles Nelson is an orthopedic surgeon in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania specializing in joint replacement procedures. Medicare data shows procedures performed including hip replacement, knee replacement.

How many Medicare procedures has Dr. Charles Nelson performed?

According to Medicare data, Dr. Charles Nelson has performed 137 joint replacement procedures. This represents Medicare fee-for-service cases and accounts for approximately 33-37% of all procedures nationwide.

What is Dr. Charles Nelson's ranking in Pennsylvania?

Dr. Charles Nelson is ranked #42 overall in Pennsylvania for orthopedic procedure volume based on Medicare data.

Does Dr. Charles Nelson accept new patients?

To find out if Dr. Charles Nelson is accepting new patients, please contact the office directly at 215-662-3340. Most orthopedic surgeons require a referral from your primary care physician.

Dr. Charles Nelson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Charles Nelson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In 2023, Dr. Nelson performed 70 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#57 in Pennsylvania) and 67 hip replacements (#24 in Pennsylvania), for a combined total of 137 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Pennsylvania.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement

70 verified cases

#57 in Pennsylvania

Hip Replacement

67 verified cases

#24 in Pennsylvania

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Nelson

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (137 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Nelson, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 215-662-3340

3737 Market St
Philadelphia, PA 19104

NPI: 1841228343

Credentials: MD

✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)

📅 20 years of practice experience

🎓 Licensed MD

🏥 Licensed surgical specialist

🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.

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Dr. Charles Nelson, MD

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