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Dr. Kristin Nelsen, MD

Saginaw, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nelsen, Diagnostic Radiologist in Saginaw, MI?

    Dr. Kristin Nelsen, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Saginaw, MI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Nelsen completed her residency at Henry Ford Hospital. Dr. Nelsen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelsen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelsen’s office at (616) 363-7339.

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

    • Residency: Henry Ford Hospital

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch

    Is Dr. Nelsen board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kristin Nelsen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Nelsen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Nelsen typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Nelsen 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. Nelsen. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic Menopause
    • Menopause
    • Menopausal Transition
    • Postmenopause
    • Change of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    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

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Nelsen typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Nelsen 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. Nelsen. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Oxygen Saturation Test
    • Oximeter Reading
    • Blood Oxygen Level Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination

    Also known as:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Lung or Chest Biopsy
    • Liver Biopsy (Needle)
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy
    • Percutaneous lung biopsy
    • Mediastinum core needle biopsy
    • Image-guided lung biopsy
    • Percutaneous liver biopsy
    • Needle liver sample
    • Liver tissue biopsy
    • Liver needle aspiration

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
    • 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
    • Thoracentesis
    • Pleural Fluid Aspiration
    • Lung Tap
    • Fluid Drainage from Chest

    CPT Codes:

    • 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Does Dr. Nelsen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nelsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 363-7339 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nelsen accept in Saginaw, MI?

    Dr. Nelsen in Saginaw, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Auxiant

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareSource

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Henry Ford Health System

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Unknown

    • Zing Health

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    Where is Dr. Nelsen's office located?

    Dr. Kristin Nelsen's Primary Practice

    5570 State St Ste 2

    Saginaw, MI 48603

    (616) 363-7339

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    Dr. Kristin Nelsen's Practice 2

    1900 Columbus Ave

    Bay City, MI 48708

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    Dr. Kristin Nelsen's Practice 3

    2970 Pierce Rd

    Saginaw, MI 48604

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    What is Dr. Nelsen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Nelsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194796102.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nelsen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nelsen

    What is Dr. Kristin Nelsen's specialty?

    Dr. Nelsen is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Saginaw, MI.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is this Dr. Kristin Nelsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nelsen is affiliated with Henry Ford Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Mymichigan Medical Center Saginaw 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

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    Is Kristin Nelsen accepting new patients in Saginaw, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Kristin Nelsen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristin Nelsen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelsen's office at (616) 363-7339 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kristin Nelsen?

    Please contact Dr. Nelsen's office at (616) 363-7339 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kristin Nelsen have?

    Dr. Kristin Nelsen is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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