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Dr. Joshua Nelson, MD

Vancouver, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nelson, Nephrologist in Vancouver, WA?

    Dr. Joshua Nelson, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Vancouver, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nelson completed his residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (360) 418-6001.

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

    • Residency: Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi

    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 Nephrologist, 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Dependence
    • Dialysis
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Dialysis
    • Renal Replacement Therapy
    • On Dialysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Overactive Parathyroid Glands due to Kidney Disease
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Renal Hyperparathyroidism
    • Secondary Hyperparathyroidism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N2581: Secondary hyperparathyroidism of renal origin

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Disease Anemia
    • Renal Anemia
    • Anemia of kidney failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Which procedures does Dr. Nelson perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joshua Nelson may include:

    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 (360) 418-6001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Vancouver, WA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CareOregon

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Oregon

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Joshua Nelson's Primary Practice

    9120 NE Vancouver Mall Loop Ste 160

    Vancouver, WA 98662

    (360) 418-6001

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    Dr. Joshua Nelson's Practice 2

    7101 NE 137th Ave

    Vancouver, WA 98682

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    Dr. Joshua Nelson's Practice 3

    203 SE Park Plaza Dr Ste 140

    Vancouver, WA 98684

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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 1740355403.

    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. Joshua Nelson's specialty?

    Dr. Nelson is a Nephrologist near Vancouver, WA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Nelson to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside 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 Joshua Nelson accepting new patients in Vancouver, WA?

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

    Does Dr. Joshua Nelson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (360) 418-6001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joshua Nelson?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (360) 418-6001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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