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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelson, Family Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Rachelle Nelson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nelson typically treat?
As a Family Medicine 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4189: Other specified sepsis
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nelson typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachelle Nelson may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Nelson in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Clover Health Holdings
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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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 1023438389.
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. Rachelle Nelson's specialty?
Dr. Nelson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Rachelle Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Jefferson Stratford Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital, Jefferson Abington 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rachelle Nelson accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Rachelle Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachelle 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 Rachelle Nelson?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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