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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelson, Hospitalist in Tallahassee, FL?
Dr. Nicky Nelson, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Tallahassee, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Nelson graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (850) 431-1155.
Where did Dr. Nelson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Sc Sch of Med, Columbia Sc | University of South Carolina School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nelson speak?
Dr. Nelson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nelson treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Nelson diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Nelson. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Angina (Chest Pain)
- Angina
- Angina Pectoris
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Heart-Related Chest Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- I209: Angina pectoris, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Which procedures does Dr. Nelson perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nicky Nelson may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nelson's office.
Does Dr. Nelson accept my insurance?
Dr. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (850) 431-1155 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Tallahassee, FL?
Dr. Nelson in Tallahassee, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Express Scripts
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?
Dr. Nicky Nelson's Primary Practice
1300 Miccosukee Rd
Tallahassee, FL 32308
(850) 431-1155
What is Dr. Nelson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235187675.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nelson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nelson
What is Dr. Nicky Nelson's specialty?
Dr. Nelson is a Hospitalist near Tallahassee, FL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Nelson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicky Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Tallahassee Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Nicky Nelson accepting new patients in Tallahassee, FL?
Yes, Dr. Nicky Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicky Nelson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (850) 431-1155 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicky Nelson?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (850) 431-1155 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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