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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 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 an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Nelms typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- 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
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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Nelms typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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 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:
- 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:
- 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Cigna Group
Lifetime Healthcare
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
MVP Health Care
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nelms' office located?
Dr. Nathaniel Nelms' Primary Practice
111 Colchester Ave
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 847-4690
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.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
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.
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, Alice Hyde 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
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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.
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