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Dr. Robert Nelken, MD

Pediatrician

Andover, MA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Nelken, Pediatrician in Andover, MA?

    Dr. Robert Nelken, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Andover, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Nelken graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Nelken is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelken’s office at (978) 475-4522.

    Where did Dr. Nelken go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Pediatrics | SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nelken board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Nelken, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Nelken speak?

    Dr. Nelken and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Nelken typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Nelken 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. Nelken. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Convulsions
    • Epileptic events
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4089: Other seizures

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Airway Spasm
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Acute airway constriction
    • Bronchial spasm
    • Sudden narrowing of airways

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9801: Acute bronchospasm

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Nelken typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Nelken performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Nelken. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Nelken accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Nelken's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Nelken's office located?

    Dr. Robert Nelken's Primary Practice

    140 Haverhill St

    Andover, MA 01810

    (978) 475-4522

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    What is Dr. Nelken's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Nelken's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710985882.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nelken?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nelken

    What is Dr. Robert Nelken's specialty?

    Dr. Nelken is a Pediatrician near Andover, MA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Robert Nelken affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Nelken is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

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    Is Dr. Robert Nelken accepting new patients in Andover, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Nelken is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Nelken offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelken's office at (978) 475-4522 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Nelken?

    Please contact Dr. Nelken's office at (978) 475-4522 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nelken's office located?

    Dr. Nelken's office is located in Andover, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Nelken have?

    Dr. Robert Nelken is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.