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Dr. Barrington Nelson M D

Pulmonologist, Internist, Critical Care Internist

Port Saint Lucie, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nelson M D, Pulmonologist in Port Saint Lucie, FL?

    Dr. Barrington Nelson M D is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Port Saint Lucie, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nelson M D completed his residency at Howard University Hospital. Dr. Nelson M D is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson M D’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson M D’s office at (772) 398-7110.

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

    • Residency: Howard University Hospital

    • Medical School: Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of The West Indies (Jamaica)

    What languages does Dr. Nelson M D speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Nelson M D typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Nelson M D 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 M D. 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 Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
    • DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Emergency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shock
    • Circulatory Collapse
    • Systemic Shock
    • Unspecified Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R579: Shock, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Nelson M D typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Barrington Nelson M D may include:

    Please contact Dr. Nelson M D's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Nelson M D accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nelson M D accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (772) 398-7110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson M D accept in Port Saint Lucie, FL?

    Dr. Nelson M D in Port Saint Lucie, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Nelson M D's office located?

    Dr. Barrington Nelson M D's Primary Practice

    1800 SE Tiffany Ave

    Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952

    (772) 398-7110

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    Dr. Barrington Nelson M D's Practice 2

    1700 S 23rd St

    Fort Pierce, FL 34950

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    Dr. Barrington Nelson M D's Practice 3

    1801 SE Hillmoor Dr Ste C-103

    Port St Lucie, FL 34952

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    What hospitals are Dr. Nelson M D affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Nelson M D has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Nelson M D's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669440566.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nelson M D?

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

    What is Dr. Barrington Nelson M D's specialty?

    Dr. Nelson M D is a Pulmonologist near Port Saint Lucie, FL.

    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 Dr. Barrington Nelson M D affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nelson M D is affiliated with Hca Florida St. Lucie 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

    When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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. Barrington Nelson M D accepting new patients in Port Saint Lucie, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Barrington Nelson M D is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Barrington Nelson M D offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson M D's office at (772) 398-7110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Barrington Nelson M D?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson M D's office at (772) 398-7110 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nelson M D's office located?

    Dr. Nelson M D's offices are located in Port Saint Lucie, FL, Fort Pierce, FL, and Port St Lucie, FL.