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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelms, Vascular Surgeon in Glen Burnie, MD?
Dr. Justin Nelms is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Glen Burnie, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Nelms graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine. Dr. Nelms is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelms’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelms’s office at (410) 787-4000.
Where did Dr. Nelms go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: West Virginia University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Nelms board certified in Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Justin Nelms is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Nelms speak?
Dr. Nelms and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nelms treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Nelms 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. Nelms. 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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Nelms perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Nelms 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. Nelms. 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:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Catheter Placement in Aorta
- Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
- Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
- Aortic catheterization
- Aorta access procedure
- Main artery catheter insertion
- Selective Arterial Catheterization
- Diagnostic Artery Catheter
- Abdominal Artery Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36200: Introduction of catheter, aorta
- 36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
- Femoral Artery Angioplasty
- Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Stent Placement
- Femoral Artery Stenting
- Popliteal Artery Stenting
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Endovascular Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37226: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cimino Fistula
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Iliac Artery Stent Placement
- Endovascular iliac artery stenting
- Iliac artery angioplasty with stent
- Pelvic artery revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37221: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Tibial Artery Angioplasty
- Peroneal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37228: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Clearing Surgery
- Carotid endarterectomy
- Neck artery surgery
- Vertebral artery clearing
- Subclavian artery clearing
CPT Codes:
- 35301: Thromboendarterectomy, including patch graft, if performed; carotid, vertebral, subclavian, by neck incision
Also known as:
- Artery Stent Placement (Non-Coronary/Carotid/Leg)
- Intravascular Stent Insertion
- Transcatheter Stenting
- Peripheral Artery Stent
CPT Codes:
- 37236: Transcatheter placement of an intravascular stent(s) (except lower extremity artery(s) for occlusive disease, cervical carotid, extracranial vertebral or intrathoracic carotid, intracranial, or coronary), open or percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation and including all angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed; initial artery
Also known as:
- Basilic Vein Transposition for Dialysis Access
- AV Fistula Creation
- Basilic Vein Fistula
- Dialysis Access Fistula
- Upper Arm AV Fistula
CPT Codes:
- 36819: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; by upper arm basilic vein transposition
Also known as:
- Dialysis Access Check and Imaging
- Dialysis Circuit Angiography
- Fistula/Graft Evaluation
- Dialysis Access Diagnostic Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 36901: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report;
Also known as:
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Vein Patch for Bypass Graft
- Bypass Graft Vein Cuff
- Distal Anastomosis Vein Patch
- Vascular Patch Placement
CPT Codes:
- 35685: Placement of vein patch or cuff at distal anastomosis of bypass graft, synthetic conduit (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Balloon Angioplasty (Non-Heart/Brain/Leg)
- Transluminal Angioplasty
- Percutaneous Balloon Angioplasty
- Artery Widening Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 37246: Transluminal balloon angioplasty (except lower extremity artery(ies) for occlusive disease, intracranial, coronary, pulmonary, or dialysis circuit), open or percutaneous, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty within the same artery; initial artery
Also known as:
- Femoral-Popliteal Bypass Graft (Non-Vein)
- Leg Artery Bypass
- Fem-Pop Bypass
- Artificial Graft for Leg Artery
CPT Codes:
- 35656: Bypass graft, with other than vein; femoral-popliteal
Does Dr. Nelms accept my insurance?
Dr. Nelms accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 787-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelms accept in Glen Burnie, MD?
Dr. Nelms in Glen Burnie, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Johns Hopkins
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Maryland
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nelms' office located?
What is Dr. Nelms's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nelms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598080947.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nelms?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nelms
What is Dr. Justin Nelms's specialty?
Dr. Nelms is a Vascular Surgeon near Glen Burnie, MD. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Nelms to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Justin Nelms affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nelms is affiliated with UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center, University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, TidalHealth Nanticoke, MedStar Harbor Hospital 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 Justin Nelms accepting new patients in Glen Burnie, MD?
Yes, Dr. Justin Nelms is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Justin Nelms offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelms's office at (410) 787-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Justin Nelms?
Please contact Dr. Nelms's office at (410) 787-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Justin Nelms have?
Dr. Justin Nelms is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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