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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nestor, Critical Care Internist in Murrells Inlet, SC?
Dr. Jennings Nestor, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Murrells Inlet, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nestor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nestor’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nestor’s office at (910) 343-3345.
Is Dr. Nestor board certified as a Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Jennings Nestor, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nestor speak?
Dr. Nestor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Nestor typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Nestor 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. Nestor. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Nestor typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Nestor 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. Nestor. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Does Dr. Nestor accept my insurance?
Dr. Nestor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 343-3345 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nestor accept in Murrells Inlet, SC?
Dr. Nestor in Murrells Inlet, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nestor's office located?
Dr. Jennings Nestor's Primary Practice
4057 Highway 17
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
(910) 343-3345
What is Dr. Nestor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nestor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972778652.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nestor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nestor
What is Dr. Jennings Nestor's specialty?
Dr. Nestor is a Critical Care Internist near Murrells Inlet, SC.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Jennings Nestor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nestor is affiliated with Trident Medical Center, Musc Health University Medical Center, Colleton Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jennings Nestor accepting new patients in Murrells Inlet, SC?
Yes, Dr. Jennings Nestor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jennings Nestor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nestor's office at (910) 343-3345 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jennings Nestor?
Please contact Dr. Nestor's office at (910) 343-3345 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jennings Nestor have?
Dr. Jennings Nestor is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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