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Richard A Nelson, OD
Optometrist in Thomson, GA · enumerated 2006.
Data current as of Jul 13, 2026 · sourced from CMS NPPES
National Provider Identifier
1912934803
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Registry record
Entity type Individual (Type 1)
Name Richard A Nelson
Credential OD
Sex Male
Practice address 2205 Harrison Road, Wal-Mart Vision Center, Thomson, GA, 30824
Phone (706) 595-9534
Fax (706) 595-6512
Enumeration date Jun 27, 2006
Last updated in NPPES Jul 8, 2007
Taxonomy & licenses
OD · Doctor of Optometry: A licensed optometrist providing primary vision care, eye exams, and corrective lenses.
About the OD credential
Other identifiers
| Identifier | Type | State | Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20047638 | Other | SC | SELECT HEALTH OF SC |
| D10325 | Medicaid | SC | - |
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What specialty is Richard Nelson?
Richard Nelson is registered in NPPES with the primary taxonomy of Optometrist. The taxonomy code describes the provider's classification and area of specialization for claims and credentialing.
Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-13. Provider record last updated 2007-07-08.