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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelson, Infectious Disease Specialist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. George Nelson, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (615) 418-0806.
Where did Dr. Nelson go to medical school and complete their residency?
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 Infectious Disease Specialist, 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Which procedures does Dr. Nelson perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. George Nelson may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
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 (615) 418-0806 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Nelson in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Alabama
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Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?
Dr. George Nelson's Primary Practice
1301 Medical Center Dr
Nashville, TN 37232
(615) 418-0806
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 1891843975.
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. George Nelson's specialty?
Dr. Nelson is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Nashville, TN.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Nelson to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. George Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Vanderbilt University 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is George Nelson accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. George Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Nelson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (615) 418-0806 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Nelson?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (615) 418-0806 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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