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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelms, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in La Crosse, WI?
Dr. David Nelms, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in La Crosse, WI. 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 (800) 362-9567.
What languages does Dr. Nelms speak?
Dr. Nelms and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Nelms typically treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Early Stage Anal Cancer
- Anal Cancer
- Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Precancerous Anal Lesion
- Stage 0 Anal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- D013: Carcinoma in situ of anus and anal canal
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Nelms typically perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by Dr. David Nelms may include:
- Abdominal Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Pap Smear
- Anoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Surgeon Consultation
- Colorectal Surgeon Follow Up
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery Second Opinion
Please contact Dr. Nelms' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nelms accept my insurance?
Dr. Nelms accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 362-9567 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelms accept in La Crosse, WI?
Dr. Nelms in La Crosse, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Medicare
Quartz Health Solutions
UMR Administered Payer
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Nelms' office located?
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 1386088565.
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. David Nelms's specialty?
Dr. Nelms is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near La Crosse, WI.
What does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) do?
A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders.
Is this Dr. David Nelms affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nelms is affiliated with Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, Black River Memorial 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 Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Nelms accepting new patients in La Crosse, WI?
Yes, Dr. David Nelms is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Nelms offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelms's office at (800) 362-9567 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Nelms?
Please contact Dr. Nelms's office at (800) 362-9567 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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