EverydayHealthLogo
Dr. Nathaniel Nelms, MD

Dr. Nathaniel Nelms, MD

Burlington, VT

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Nelms, Orthopedic Surgeon in Burlington, VT?

    Dr. Nathaniel Nelms, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Burlington, VT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nelms completed his residency at University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care. Dr. Nelms is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelms’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelms’s office at (802) 847-4690.

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

    • Fellowship: Mayo Clinic - Adult Reconstructive Orthopedics

    • Residency: University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care

    What languages does Dr. Nelms speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Nelms treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nelms 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. Nelms. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
    • Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
    • Hip Replacement
    • Right hip replacement
    • Right hip prosthesis
    • Artificial right hip
    • Left hip replacement
    • Left hip prosthesis
    • Artificial left hip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
    • Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint

    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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    What procedures does Dr. Nelms perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Nelms performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Nelms. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip arthroplasty
    • Artificial hip surgery
    • Hip joint replacement
    • Femoral head replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery
    • Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
    • Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
    • Robotic Orthopedic Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 0055T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on CT/MRI images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Routine Nail Trimming
    • Medical Nail Care
    • Podiatric Nail Trimming
    • Foot Nail Clipping
    • Therapeutic Nail Trimming

    CPT Codes:

    • 11719: Trimming of nondystrophic nails, any number

    Does Dr. Nelms accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nelms accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (802) 847-4690 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nelms accept in Burlington, VT?

    Dr. Nelms in Burlington, VT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Express Scripts

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • State of Vermont

    • UnitedHealthcare

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Nelms' office located?

    Dr. Nathaniel Nelms' Primary Practice

    111 Colchester Ave

    Burlington, VT 05401

    (802) 847-4690

    Get Directions

    Dr. Nathaniel Nelms' Practice 2

    192 Tilley Dr

    South Burlington, VT 05403

    Get Directions

    Dr. Nathaniel Nelms' Practice 3

    1 S Prospect St

    Burlington, VT 05401

    Get Directions

    What is Dr. Nelms's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Nelms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881743664.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nelms?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nelms

    What is Dr. Nathaniel Nelms's specialty?

    Dr. Nelms is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Burlington, VT. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Nelms to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nathaniel Nelms affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Nelms is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: The University Of Vermont Medical Center, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital, Porter Medical Center, Northwestern Medical Center (ed). 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 Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Explore Orthopedic Surgeon with 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 Nathaniel Nelms accepting new patients in Burlington, VT?

    Yes, Dr. Nathaniel Nelms is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nathaniel Nelms offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelms's office at (802) 847-4690 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nathaniel Nelms?

    Please contact Dr. Nelms's office at (802) 847-4690 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Other Orthopedic Surgeon Near Burlington, VT

    KT

    Orthopedic Surgeon

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Burlington, VT
    JL

    Orthopedic Surgeon

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Burlington, VT
    CZ

    Orthopedic Surgeon

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Burlington, VT
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists