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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelson, Pulmonologist in Oxnard, CA?
Dr. Gergana Sofia Nelson, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Oxnard, CA. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English and Bulgarian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (805) 485-2400.
What languages does Dr. Nelson speak?
Dr. Nelson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bulgarian
English
What conditions does Dr. Nelson treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Other Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Rare interstitial lung conditions
- Uncommon lung scarring diseases
- Other ILD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J8489: Other specified interstitial pulmonary diseases
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Which procedures does Dr. Nelson perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Gergana Sofia Nelson may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
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 (805) 485-2400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Oxnard, CA?
Dr. Nelson in Oxnard, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Clinicas del Camino Real
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Fiesta Mart (TX)
Gold Coast Health Plan
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of New Hampshire
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?
Dr. Gergana Sofia Nelson's Primary Practice
1910 Outlet Center Dr
Oxnard, CA 93036
(805) 485-2400
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 1972846954.
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. Gergana Sofia Nelson's specialty?
Dr. Nelson is a Pulmonologist near Oxnard, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Nelson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gergana Sofia Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura 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
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Is Gergana Sofia Nelson accepting new patients in Oxnard, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gergana Sofia Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gergana Sofia Nelson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (805) 485-2400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gergana Sofia Nelson?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (805) 485-2400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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