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Who is Dr. Nielsen, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Katie Nielsen, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Nielsen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nielsen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nielsen’s office at (206) 987-2170.
Where did Dr. Nielsen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com
Is Dr. Nielsen board certified as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Katie Nielsen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Nielsen speak?
Dr. Nielsen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nielsen typically treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nielsen 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. Nielsen. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
- Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
- Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nielsen typically perform?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Katie Nielsen may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Nielsen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nielsen accept my insurance?
Dr. Nielsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 987-2170 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nielsen accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Nielsen in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Microsoft
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nielsen's office located?
Dr. Katie Nielsen's Primary Practice
1959 NE Pacific St # C212
Seattle, WA 98195
(206) 987-2170
What hospitals are Dr. Nielsen affiliated with?
Dr. Nielsen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Seattle Childrens Hospital,Seattle, WA
Seattle Childrens Hospital,Seattle, WA
Harborview Medical Center,Seattle, WA
Harborview Medical Center,Seattle, WA
What is Dr. Nielsen's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nielsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528160595.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nielsen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nielsen
What is Dr. Katie Nielsen's specialty?
Dr. Nielsen is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Seattle, WA.
What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.
Is Dr. Katie Nielsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Nielsen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Seattle Childrens Hospital, Harborview Medical Center. 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
When to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Katie Nielsen accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Katie Nielsen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katie Nielsen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nielsen's office at (206) 987-2170 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Katie Nielsen?
Please contact Dr. Nielsen's office at (206) 987-2170 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Nielsen's office located?
Dr. Nielsen's office is located in Seattle, WA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Katie Nielsen have?
Dr. Katie Nielsen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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