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Dr. James Nelson, MD

Anesthesiologist

Rochester, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nelson, Anesthesiologist in Rochester, MN?

    Dr. James Nelson, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (507) 284-2511.

    What languages does Dr. Nelson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nelson typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
    • Other Aortic Valve Disorder
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Leaky aortic valve
    • Aortic regurgitation
    • Aortic Valve Problems
    • Aortic Valve Conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
    • I358: Other nonrheumatic aortic valve disorders

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatic Tricuspid Valve Leak
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Rheumatic Tricuspid Regurgitation
    • Leaky Tricuspid Valve
    • Tricuspid Valve Rheumatic Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I071: Rheumatic tricuspid insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Heart
    • Heart Disease
    • Cardiomegaly
    • Big heart
    • Heart enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I517: Cardiomegaly

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nelson typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Nelson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Nelson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Rochester, MN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • AFLAC

    • Banner Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. James Nelson's Primary Practice

    200 1st St SW

    Rochester, MN 55905

    (507) 284-2511

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    What is Dr. Nelson's NPI number?A 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 1154676294.

    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. James Nelson's specialty?

    Dr. Nelson is an Anesthesiologist near Rochester, MN.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. James Nelson accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?

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

    Does Dr. James Nelson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Nelson?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (507) 284-2511 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Nelson's office is located in Rochester, MN.