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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelson, Pulmonologist in Ashland, KY?
Dr. Scott Nelson, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Ashland, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (606) 329-1185.
What languages does Dr. Nelson speak?
Dr. Nelson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Nelson typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Damaged Lung Air Sacs
- COPD Emphysema
ICD-10 Codes:
- J431: Panlobular emphysema
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Nelson typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Nelson may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nelson accept my insurance?
Dr. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (606) 329-1185 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Ashland, KY?
Dr. Nelson in Ashland, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?
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 1760589279.
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. Scott Nelson's specialty?
Dr. Nelson is a Pulmonologist near Ashland, KY.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Scott Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Uk King's Daughters Medical Center 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
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Is Scott Nelson accepting new patients in Ashland, KY?
Yes, Dr. Scott Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Nelson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (606) 329-1185 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Nelson?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (606) 329-1185 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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