Provider Profile
Andrea M. Nielson, OTD, OTR/L, CNS, CSRS
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Andrea Nielson
Andrea M. Nielson, OTD, OTR/L, CNS, CSRS is an occupational therapist based in Palm Desert, CA. Medicare claims data shows Andrea provided 811 services to 37 patients. The services billed most often include therapy procedure using functional activities, therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes, and therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes.
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Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (760) 851-8878
- Email not available
Practice Locations
44600 MONTEREY AVE
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Conditions Supported and Services
Within Occupational Therapy generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Autism
- Hand injuries
- Stroke recovery
Brain and nerves
- Chemo Brain
- Concussion
- Muscle Stiffness and Spasticity
Chronic Conditions
- Joint Hypermobility
- Long COVID
- Lymphedema
Chronic pain
- Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain
Cognitive
- Executive dysfunction
Daily Function
- Loss of Independence with Daily Tasks
General wellness
- Chronic fatigue
Hand and arm
- Cubital tunnel syndrome
- Dupuytren's contracture
- Ganglion Cyst In Hand Or Wrist
- Hand and finger fractures
- Jammed Finger
- Mallet Finger
- Thoracic outlet syndrome
- Torn Hand Tendon
Infant and pediatric
- Baby Flat Head
- Torticollis and Head Tilting
Mobility & Safety
- Balance Problems and Fall Risk
- Limb Loss and Amputation
Nerve & Joint Pain
- Carpal tunnel
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
- Golfer's elbow
- Hand and Wrist Arthritis
- Joint Contractures and Stiffness
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Shoulder Impingement and Rotator Cuff Pain
- Tennis elbow
- Thumb Tendinitis
- Trigger finger
- Wrist Fractures and Sprains
Neurological
- Alzheimer's disease
- Essential tremor
- Multiple sclerosis
- Parkinson's disease
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Traumatic brain injury
Pediatric and sensory
- Frequent Meltdowns and Emotional Outbursts
- Sensory overload and sensory issues
- Toe Walking In Children
Pelvic health
- Overactive Bladder and Leakage
Sensory & Development
- ADHD
- Cerebral palsy
- Clumsiness and Coordination Problems
- Developmental delay
- Difficulty Handwriting
- Down Syndrome
- Picky Eating and Food Aversion
- Pregnancy back pain
Vision
- Low Vision and Daily Vision Problems
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Ergonomic assessment
- Fine motor skill rehab
- Hand therapy
Brain and nerves
- Concussion evaluation
- Interactive Metronome Therapy
Cognitive
- Executive Function Coaching
Cognitive & Vision
- Cognitive Rehabilitation Therapy
- Low Vision Therapy
Daily Function
- Adaptive Equipment Training
- Daily Living Skills Training
- Joint Protection Training
Everyday living
- Energy Conservation Training
- Sleep Routine and Sleep Hygiene Coaching
General OT
- Adult Occupational Therapy Evaluation
- Aquatic Occupational Therapy
- Telehealth Occupational Therapy
Hand and arm
- Hand and Pinch Strengthening
- Joint Mobilization for Hand and Wrist
- Paraffin Wax Bath Treatment
- Therapeutic Ultrasound for Hand and Wrist
Home & Safety
- Bathroom Safety Assessment
- Home Safety Evaluation
Infant and pediatric
- Infant Tummy Time and Positioning Coaching
Mobility & Equipment
- Assistive Computer Technology Assessment
- Fall Prevention Training
- Safe Transfer Training
- Wheelchair Evaluation and Fitting
Pain management
- Dry Needling for Arm and Shoulder Pain
Pediatric & Sensory
- Feeding Therapy
- Handwriting Therapy
- Pediatric Occupational Therapy Evaluation
- Primitive Reflex Integration
- Sensory Diet Development
- Sensory Integration Therapy
Pediatric and sensory
- Self-Regulation and Calming Strategies
- Social Skills Group Therapy
- Therapeutic Listening Program
Pelvic health
- Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
Specialized Rehab
- Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy
- Driver Rehabilitation Evaluation
- Mirror Therapy
- Parkinson's Movement Program
- Prosthetic Training
Splints & Braces
- Custom Splint Making
- Splint Adjustment and Modification
Therapy & Rehab
- Kinesiology taping
- Lymphedema Drainage Therapy
- Neuromuscular Re-Education
- Scar Management and Desensitization
Vision and brain
- Visual Perceptual Training
Workplace Rehab
- Functional Capacity Evaluation
- Work Hardening Program
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
811 services · 37 patients · 3 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Therapy procedure using functional activities | Treatment | 97530 |
317 | As often as other peers in Occupational Therapist |
| Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes | Treatment | 97112 |
263 | As often as other peers in Occupational Therapist |
| Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes | Treatment | 97110 |
231 | As often as other peers in Occupational Therapist |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other occupational therapists at this location 1
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Also at this address 2
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Other occupational therapists in Palm Desert 8
Same specialty, same city.
More connections — 8 related providers in 1 group
Also performs Therapy procedure using functional activities 8
Providers in CA who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What is Andrea M. Nielson, OTD, OTR/L, CNS's specialty?
Andrea M. Nielson, OTD, OTR/L, CNS is an occupational therapist in Palm Desert, CA. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry.
NPI registry
Where can I find Andrea M. Nielson, OTD, OTR/L, CNS?
Andrea M. Nielson, OTD, OTR/L, CNS is listed at 44600 Monterey Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How do I contact Andrea M. Nielson, OTD, OTR/L, CNS?
The number on file is (760) 851-8878. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Andrea M. Nielson, OTD, OTR/L, CNS?
Andrea M. Nielson, OTD, OTR/L, CNS's National Provider Identifier is 1407534639. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
How much experience does Andrea M. Nielson, OTD, OTR/L, CNS have?
Andrea M. Nielson, OTD, OTR/L, CNS has 3+ years experience. Registered with an NPI since 2023. National Provider Identifiers only began in 2005, so a provider who qualified earlier may have practiced for longer than this.
NPI registry
What is Andrea M. Nielson, OTD, OTR/L, CNS known for?
According to Medicare billing data, Andrea M. Nielson, OTD, OTR/L, CNS provides treatments such as therapy procedure using functional activities and therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Andrea M. Nielson, OTD, OTR/L, CNS's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Andrea M. Nielson, OTD, OTR/L, CNS. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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