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- 10450 Southwest Hwy Apt 1K, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415
About Nelson Tamala
Listed in the NPI registry as a nurse practitioner — psychiatric/mental health, Nelson P. Tamala, FNP-BC practices in Chicago Ridge, IL. Nelson is also listed as specializing in nurse practitioner — family. Medicare claims data shows Nelson provided 3,538 services to 776 patients. The services billed most often include subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes, subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes, and subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more. NPI 1043762453 identifies this record in the national registry.
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Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
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
- (708) 465-7036
- Email not available
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Practice Locations
10450 SOUTHWEST HWY APT 1K
Chicago Ridge, IL 60415
Conditions and Services Within This Provider's Scope
Within Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric/Mental Health 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
Cognitive issues
- Brain Fog and Mental Fatigue
- Dementia with behavioral symptoms
- Mild cognitive impairment
Mood disorders
- Emotional Numbness
- Menopause Mood Swings and Anxiety
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Mood swings
- Postpartum depression
- Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
- Seasonal affective disorder
Sleep
- Neurologic sleep disorders
- Chronic Nightmares
- Insomnia and Sleep Problems
Addiction
Addiction & substance use
Anxiety & panic
Attention & learning
Behavioral health
Behavioral issues
Child & adolescent
- Oppositional defiant disorder
- Severe Temper Tantrums and Meltdowns
Cognitive disorders
- Dementia
- Executive dysfunction
Crisis & safety
- Suicidal thoughts
Eating disorders
- Anorexia nervosa
- Binge eating
- Eating disorders
Medication side effects
- Involuntary Twitches from Meds
Obsessions & compulsions
Personality disorders
Psychotic disorders
- Delusional disorder
- Hearing Voices and Hallucinations
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Schizophrenia
Stress & lifestyle
- Burnout
- Chronic stress
- Gaslighting and manipulation
Trauma & stress
- Adjustment disorder
- Dissociative disorders
- Illness anxiety disorder
- Prolonged grief disorder
- Trauma
Procedures & services
Addiction treatment
- Dual Diagnosis Addiction Treatment
- Vivitrol and Naltrexone Treatment
- Suboxone Treatment and MAT
Consultations
- Holistic Mental Health Consultation
- Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Consultation
Crisis care
- Urgent Psychiatric Consultation
Evaluations & paperwork
- Child Psychiatric Evaluation
- Disability Mental Health Evaluation
- Gender-Affirming Mental Health Letter
- Psychiatric Clearance for Surgery
- School Accommodation Evaluation
- Treatment-Resistant Depression Evaluation
- Cognitive Assessment
Evaluations & testing
- ADHD Testing and Diagnosis
- Adolescent Psychiatric Evaluation
- Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Evaluation
- FMLA and Mental Health Leave Paperwork
- Postpartum Mental Health Screening
- Second Opinion on Mental Health Diagnosis
- DNA drug response testing
- Psychiatric evaluation
Interventional treatments
- Ketamine Therapy Consultation
- Spravato (Esketamine) Treatment
Medication management
- Antidepressant Prescription
- Antipsychotic Medication Management
- Anxiety Medication Management
- Benzodiazepine Tapering
- Lithium Monitoring and Blood Level Checks
- Long-Acting Antipsychotic Shot
- Non-Stimulant ADHD Medication Management
- Prescription Refill Visit
- Smoking Cessation Medication Visit
- Stimulant Medication Monitoring
- Switching Antidepressants
- Tardive Dyskinesia Treatment
- Weight Management for Psychiatric Med Side Effects
- Lab Work for Psychiatric Medications
- Medication management
- Mood Stabilizer Management
- Sleep Medication Management
- Tapering Off Psychiatric Medication
Therapy
- Somatic Calming and Relaxation Training
- Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
- Anger Management Counseling
- Bereavement counseling
- Insomnia Treatment (CBT-I)
- Suicide safety planning
Therapy & counseling
- Couples and Family Mental Health Counseling
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Exposure and Response Prevention
- Mindfulness-based stress reduction
- Prolonged exposure therapy
- Supportive psychotherapy
Telehealth
- Telepsychiatry
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
3,538 services · 776 patients · 6 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | Office visit | 99309 |
1,683 | More than most peers in Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner |
| Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | Office visit | 99309 |
1,541 | More than most peers in Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner |
| Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more | Office visit | 99308 |
184 | More often than most peers in Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner |
| Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more | Office visit | 99306 |
53 | More often than most peers in Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner |
| Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more | Office visit | 99308 |
41 | More often than most peers in Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner |
| Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more | Office visit | 99306 |
36 | More often than most peers in Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
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Trained at Other 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 2016 at Other 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Common questions
What kind of doctor is Nelson P. Tamala?
Nelson P. Tamala is a nurse practitioner in Chicago Ridge, IL. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Nurse Practitioner — Psychiatric/Mental Health”.
NPI registry
What is Nelson P. Tamala's address?
Nelson P. Tamala is listed at 10450 Southwest Hwy Apt 1K, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How can I make an appointment with Nelson P. Tamala?
The number on file is (708) 465-7036. Contact the office directly to confirm availability and scheduling.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Nelson P. Tamala?
Nelson P. Tamala's National Provider Identifier is 1043762453. 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
Where did Nelson P. Tamala train?
Nelson P. Tamala attended Other, graduating in 2016. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Nelson P. Tamala have?
Nelson P. Tamala has 10 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 2016, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What procedures does Nelson P. Tamala perform?
According to Medicare billing data, Nelson P. Tamala the Medicare record under this individual NPI shows mainly office visits and diagnostic testing. Hospital-based physicians usually have their procedural work billed by the facility rather than under their own number, so this is a floor on their practice, not a description of it. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Nelson P. Tamala's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Nelson P. Tamala. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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