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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelson, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Orange, CA?
Dr. Edward L Nelson, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Nelson completed his residency at Stron Meml Hosp-U Rochester. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (714) 456-8000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Nelson?
Dr. Edward L Nelson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematology / Oncology Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Nelson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Cancer Immunotherapy, Cancer Survivors-Late Effects of Therapy, Hodgkin's Lymphoma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Orange/CA 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: Stron Meml Hosp-U Rochester
What languages does Dr. Nelson speak?
Dr. Nelson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nelson treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, 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:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma
- Small B-cell Lymphoma
- MALT Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- Waldenstrm macroglobulinemia
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphatic Cancer
- Lymphoma in Organs
- NHL
- Lymphoplasmacytic Lymphoma', 'WM Lymphoma', 'Waldenstrom's Disease
- MCL
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma Cancer
- Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma
- SLL
- B-cell Lymphoma
- Mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue lymphoma
- Extranodal marginal zone lymphoma
- B-cell lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
- C8338: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
- C8589: Other specified types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, extranodal and solid organ sites
- C880: Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia
- C8339: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, extranodal and solid organ sites
- C8310: Mantle cell lymphoma, unspecified site
- C8300: Small cell B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
- C884: Extranodal marginal zone B-cell lymphoma of mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue [MALT-lymphoma]
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- AML Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
Also known as:
- Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Acquired Antibody Deficiency
- Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Nodular Sclerosis Hodgkin Lymphoma in Chest Lymph Nodes
- Hodgkin Lymphoma
- NSHL in Chest', 'Hodgkin's Lymphoma in Intrathoracic Lymph Nodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8112: Nodular sclerosis Hodgkin lymphoma, intrathoracic lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
- Cancer
- Malignant tumor
- Neoplasm
- Cancer of unknown primary
ICD-10 Codes:
- C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Nelson perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Edward L Nelson may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nelson's office.
Does Dr. Nelson accept my insurance?
Dr. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 456-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Orange, CA?
Dr. Nelson in Orange, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
Inland Empire
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1780764951.
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. Edward L Nelson's specialty?
Dr. Nelson is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Orange, CA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Nelson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edward L Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with UCI 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 Edward L Nelson accepting new patients in Orange, CA?
Yes, Dr. Edward L Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward L Nelson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (714) 456-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward L Nelson?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (714) 456-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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