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Dr. James Nelson, MD

Dayton, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nelson, Pediatrician in Dayton, TN?

    Dr. James Nelson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Dayton, TN. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Nelson completed his residency at Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English, Czech, Danish, Dutch, and Flemish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (423) 775-5512.

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

    • Residency: Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Fairview University Med Center

    • Medical School: University of Nv Sch of Med, Reno Nv | University of Nevada Reno

    Is Dr. Nelson board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. James Nelson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Nelson speak?

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

    • Czech

    • Danish

    • Dutch

    • English

    • Flemish

    What conditions does Dr. Nelson treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Lipid Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Cholesterol Screening
    • Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Panel Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Aftercare
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Birth Control Management (Unspecified)
    • Birth Control
    • General contraceptive care
    • Family planning management
    • Birth control services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z309: Encounter for contraceptive management, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hydrocephalus at Birth (Unspecified Type)
    • Hydrocephalus
    • Congenital Water on the Brain
    • Infant Hydrocephalus
    • Undiagnosed Hydrocephalus in Newborns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q039: Congenital hydrocephalus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Down Syndrome
    • Trisomy 21
    • Mongolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up Hearing Exam After Failed Screening
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Hearing re-test after failed screen
    • Ear exam after failed hearing test
    • Second hearing screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01110: Encounter for hearing examination following failed hearing screening

    What procedures does Dr. Nelson perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Nelson 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. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Nelson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 775-5512 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Dayton, TN?

    Dr. Nelson in Dayton, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • City of Dalton

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. James Nelson's Primary Practice

    149 Walnut Grove Church Rd

    Dayton, TN 37321

    (423) 775-5512

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    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 1104985340.

    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. James Nelson's specialty?

    Dr. Nelson is a Pediatrician near Dayton, TN. 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. Contact Dr. Nelson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician 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 James Nelson accepting new patients in Dayton, TN?

    Yes, Dr. James Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Nelson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (423) 775-5512 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Nelson?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (423) 775-5512 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Nelson have?

    Dr. James Nelson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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