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Dr. Katherine Nelson

Pediatrician

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Nelson, Pediatrician in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Katherine Nelson is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (205) 638-9456.

    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 Pediatrician like Dr. Nelson typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • ALL
    • Acute lymphocytic leukemia
    • Lymphoblastic leukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Nelson typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Nelson may include:

    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 (205) 638-9456 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Nelson in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

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    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Katherine Nelson's Primary Practice

    1600 5th Ave S

    Birmingham, AL 35233

    (205) 638-9456

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    What hospitals are Dr. Nelson affiliated with?

    Dr. Nelson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Childrens Egleston Hospital,Atlanta, GA

    What is Dr. Nelson's NPI number?A 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 1255948774.

    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. Katherine Nelson's specialty?

    Dr. Nelson is a Pediatrician near Birmingham, AL.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Katherine Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Nelson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Egleston Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Katherine Nelson accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katherine Nelson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (205) 638-9456 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Katherine Nelson?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (205) 638-9456 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Nelson's office is located in Birmingham, AL.