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Dr. Anthony Nelson, MD

Rancho Mirage, CA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Nelson, Anesthesiologist in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Dr. Anthony Nelson, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Rancho Mirage, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Nelson graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (760) 202-1919.

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

    • Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California

    Is Dr. Nelson board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Anthony Nelson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Nelson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Nelson treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, 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 Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Upper Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Thoracic Spine Pain
    • Mid-Back Pain
    • Thoracic Back Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M546: Pain in thoracic spine

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease
    • Spinal Degeneration
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47819: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, site unspecified
    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Degenerative Disc Disease with Back Pain
    • Spinal Disc Degeneration
    • Lumbar Disc Degeneration
    • Discogenic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M51360: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain only

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Lumbago and Sciatica
    • Back and Leg Pain
    • Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5440: Lumbago with sciatica, unspecified side

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    Does Dr. Nelson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 202-1919 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Dr. Nelson in Rancho Mirage, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Anthony Nelson's Primary Practice

    71780 San Jacinto Dr Ste B1

    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

    (760) 202-1919

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    Dr. Anthony Nelson's Practice 2

    39000 Bob Hope Dr Ste 215

    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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    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 1467530576.

    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. Anthony Nelson's specialty?

    Dr. Nelson is a Anesthesiologist near Rancho Mirage, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Nelson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Anthony Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Nelson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Anthony Nelson accepting new patients in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Anthony Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anthony Nelson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (760) 202-1919 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Anthony Nelson?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (760) 202-1919 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Anthony Nelson have?

    Dr. Anthony Nelson is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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