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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nester, Hematologist in Omaha, NE?
Dr. Alex Nester, MD is a Hematologist, who primarily practices in Omaha, NE with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nester’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nester’s office at (402) 559-5600.
What languages does Dr. Nester speak?
Dr. Nester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nester treat?
As a Hematologist, Dr. Nester 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. Nester. 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:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Hemophilia A
- Hemophilia B
- Hemophilia
- Factor VIII Deficiency', 'Classic Hemophilia', 'Bleeder's Disease
- Factor IX deficiency
- Christmas disease
- Genetic bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D66: Hereditary factor VIII deficiency
- D67: Hereditary factor IX deficiency
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Which procedures does Dr. Nester perform as a Hematologist?
As a Hematologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alex Nester 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. Nester's office.
Does Dr. Nester accept my insurance?
Dr. Nester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 559-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nester accept in Omaha, NE?
Dr. Nester in Omaha, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medica
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Nester's office located?
Dr. Alex Nester's Primary Practice
987400 Nebraska Medical Ctr # M
Omaha, NE 68198
(402) 559-5600
What is Dr. Nester's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427498815.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nester?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nester
What is Dr. Alex Nester's specialty?
Dr. Nester is a Hematologist near Omaha, NE. An internist with advanced training specializing in disorders of the blood, spleen, and lymphatic system. This specialist manages conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia, and lymphoma. Contact Dr. Nester to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alex Nester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nester is affiliated with Nebraska 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 Hematologist?
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Is Alex Nester accepting new patients in Omaha, NE?
Yes, Dr. Alex Nester is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alex Nester offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nester's office at (402) 559-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alex Nester?
Please contact Dr. Nester's office at (402) 559-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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