LN
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelson, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in North Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Luke Nelson is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in North Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (913) 588-1227.
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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, 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:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Nelson perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Luke Nelson may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
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 (913) 588-1227 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in North Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Nelson in North Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Transamerica Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?
Dr. Luke Nelson's Primary Practice
2790 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 405
North Kansas City, MO 64116
(913) 588-1227
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 1205396157.
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. Luke Nelson's specialty?
Dr. Nelson is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near North Kansas City, MO. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Nelson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Luke Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with The University Of Kansas Hospital, North Kansas City Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Explore Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Luke Nelson accepting new patients in North Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Luke Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luke Nelson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (913) 588-1227 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luke Nelson?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (913) 588-1227 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist Near North Kansas City, MO
LS
Gynecologist
Accepting patientsDr. Lori Spoozak, MD is a Gynecologist, who primarily practices in Gladstone, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Gladstone, MO
LO
Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Lori Olson, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, KS with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Kansas City, KS
EH
Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Eliot Hill, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, KS with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Kansas City, KS