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Dr. Christopher Nelson, DO
West Des Moines, IA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelson, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in West Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Christopher Nelson, DO is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in West Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nelson completed his residency at Michigan State University, Garden City Hospital. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (515) 224-1414.
Where did Dr. Nelson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Michigan State University, Garden City Hospital
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences
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 Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Other Hip Sprain
- Left Hip Sprain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Hip Ligament Sprain
- Pulled Hip Ligament
- Hip Strain
- Left Hip Ligament Injury
- Pulled Left Hip Ligament
- Left Hip Strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S73191A: Other sprain of right hip, initial encounter
- S73192A: Other sprain of left hip, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Other Right Hip Joint Problems
- Other Left Hip Joint Problems
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Right Hip Joint Condition
- Right Hip Arthropathy
- Right Hip Articular Disorder
- Left Hip Joint Condition
- Left Hip Arthropathy
- Left Hip Articular Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25851: Other specified joint disorders, right hip
- M25852: Other specified joint disorders, left hip
Also known as:
- Left Hip Joint Disorder
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Left hip joint problem
- Left hip joint dysfunction
- Left hip joint instability
ICD-10 Codes:
- M24852: Other specific joint derangements of left hip, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Hip Joint Derangement
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Hip Joint Dysfunction
- Hip Joint Instability
- Hip Joint Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M24851: Other specific joint derangements of right hip, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
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:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Hip Replacement
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
Which procedures does Dr. Nelson perform as a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Nelson may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
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 (515) 224-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in West Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Nelson in West Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Group Administrators Ltd
Health Partners Plans
Medicare
Midlands Choice (NE)
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?
Dr. Christopher Nelson's Primary Practice
6001 Westown Pkwy
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 224-1414
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 1740403500.
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. Christopher Nelson's specialty?
Dr. Nelson is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near West Des Moines, IA. Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Nelson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Unitypoint Health-Methodist West Hospital, Unitypoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center 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
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Is Christopher Nelson accepting new patients in West Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Nelson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (515) 224-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Nelson?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (515) 224-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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