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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelson, Pediatric Cardiologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. James Nelson, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office.
What languages does Dr. Nelson speak?
Dr. Nelson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nelson treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, 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:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Double Outlet Right Ventricle
- Complete Atrioventricular Septal Defect
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Secundum Atrial Septal Defect
- Pulmonary Valve Atresia
- Narrowing of Pulmonary Artery
- Double Inlet Heart Chamber
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- DORV
- Complex Heart Defect
- Complete AVSD
- Full Endocardial Cushion Defect
- Large Hole in Heart
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- ASD Secundum Type
- Hole in Upper Heart Chamber (Secundum)
- Most Common ASD
- Absent Pulmonary Valve
- Congenital Pulmonary Valve Defect
- Heart Valve Birth Defect
- Pulmonary Artery Stenosis
- Double Inlet Left Ventricle
- Double Inlet Right Ventricle
- Single Ventricle Heart Defect
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
- Q2123: Complete atrioventricular septal defect
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q2111: Secundum atrial septal defect
- Q220: Pulmonary valve atresia
- Q256: Stenosis of pulmonary artery
- Q204: Double inlet ventricle
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
Also known as:
- Benign Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Innocent heart murmur
- Harmless heart murmur
- Physiological heart murmur
ICD-10 Codes:
- R010: Benign and innocent cardiac murmurs
Also known as:
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
- Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
- Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Nelson perform as a Pediatric Cardiologist?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Nelson may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Nelson in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?
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 1487099859.
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. James Nelson's specialty?
Dr. Nelson is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Atlanta, GA. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Nelson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Arthur M. Blank Hospital, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Pediatric Cardiologist?
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Is James Nelson accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. James Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Nelson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Nelson?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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