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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelson, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Amy Nelson, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Nelson completed her residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Hematology/Oncology; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (415) 833-2000.
Where did Dr. Nelson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Hematology/Oncology; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok
Is Dr. Nelson board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Amy 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
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:
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Left female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer left female breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50512: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer in Armpit Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer to Armpit Lymph Nodes
- Axillary Lymph Node Cancer Spread
- Lymph Node Metastasis in Armpit
ICD-10 Codes:
- C773: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of axilla and upper limb lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma in Relapse
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Recurrent multiple myeloma
- Relapsed myeloma
- Myeloma recurrence
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9002: Multiple myeloma in relapse
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Amino Acid Transport
- Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder
- Amino Acid Transport Defects
- Amino Acid Transport Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7209: Other disorders of amino-acid transport
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- DVT
- Blood Clot in Leg
- Pulmonary Embolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86718: Personal history of other venous thrombosis and embolism
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Personal History of Uterine Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Past uterine cancer
- Previous endometrial cancer
- History of womb tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8542: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of other parts of uterus
Which procedures does Dr. Nelson perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Amy 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 (415) 833-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Nelson in San Francisco, 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
CHRISTUS Health Plan
CMS
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
PacificSource
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?
Dr. Amy Nelson's Primary Practice
2200 Ofarrell St
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 833-2000
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 1265510853.
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. Amy Nelson's specialty?
Dr. Nelson is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near San Francisco, 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. Amy Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Francisco 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Amy Nelson accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amy Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amy Nelson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (415) 833-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amy Nelson?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (415) 833-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amy Nelson have?
Dr. Amy Nelson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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