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Dr. Randin Nelson, MD

Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist

Wilkes Barre, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nelson, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Wilkes Barre, PA?

    Dr. Randin Nelson, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 at (570) 808-6039.

    What languages does Dr. Nelson speak?

    Dr. Nelson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Nelson typically treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Rh Incompatibility
    • Rh Disease
    • Rhesus Disease
    • Rh Factor Incompatibility
    • Hemolytic Disease of Newborn

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O360130: Maternal care for anti-D [Rh] antibodies, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hereditary Hemochromatosis
    • Hemochromatosis
    • Hereditary hemochromatosis
    • Genetic Iron Overload
    • Primary Hemochromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E83110: Hereditary hemochromatosis

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
    • Myasthenia Gravis
    • MG without Flare-up
    • Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
    • Chronic MG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Nelson typically perform?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Nelson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

    • Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
    • Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
    • Plasma Pheresis
    • Blood Plasma Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis

    Also known as:

    • Red Blood Cell Apheresis
    • Therapeutic Red Blood Cell Exchange
    • Red Blood Cell Removal Procedure
    • Erythrocytapheresis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36512: Therapeutic apheresis; for red blood cells

    Also known as:

    • Stem Cell Freezing and Storage
    • Hematopoietic Stem Cell Cryopreservation
    • Blood Stem Cell Storage
    • Bone Marrow Stem Cell Banking

    CPT Codes:

    • 38207: Transplant preparation of hematopoietic progenitor cells; cryopreservation and storage

    Does Dr. Nelson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 808-6039 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Bankers

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Randin Nelson's Primary Practice

    1000 E Mountain Dr

    Wilkes Barre, PA 18711

    (570) 808-6039

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    Dr. Randin Nelson's Practice 2

    255 Route 220 Hwy

    Muncy, PA 17756

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    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 1386871531.

    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. Randin Nelson's specialty?

    Dr. Nelson is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Wilkes Barre, PA.

    What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.

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

    Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City, Geisinger Shamokin Area Community 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

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    Is Dr. Randin Nelson accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?

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

    Does Dr. Randin Nelson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (570) 808-6039 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (570) 808-6039 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Nelson's offices are located in Wilkes Barre, PA and Muncy, PA.