48 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelson, Pulmonologist in Overland Park, KS?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Nelson?
Dr. John Nelson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Nelson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Sleep Disorders/Apnea, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Overland Park, KS community, Dr. Nelson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Nelson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ks Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Grady Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine | University of Kansas (Wichita) Program
Medical School: University of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo | University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Nelson board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. John Nelson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nelson speak?
Dr. Nelson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Urdu
- Vietnamese
- Welsh
- Yiddish
- Yoruba
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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Nelson typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. John 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 (913) 599-3800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Overland Park, KS?
Dr. Nelson in Overland Park, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
FMH Benefit Services
Medicare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?
Dr. John Nelson's Primary Practice
10550 Quivira Rd Ste 335
Overland Park, KS 66215
(913) 599-3800
What hospitals are Dr. Nelson affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Nelson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Nelson's NPI number?A 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 1417040890.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nelson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nelson