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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nielsen, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Gradon Nielsen, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nielsen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nielsen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nielsen’s office at (757) 466-8683.
What languages does Dr. Nielsen speak?
Dr. Nielsen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nielsen treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Nielsen 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. Nielsen. 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Left lower lobe lung cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Middle Lobe Lung Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C342: Malignant neoplasm of middle lobe, bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- Colon Cancer
- Rectal Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- C19: Malignant neoplasm of rectosigmoid junction
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Esophagus
- Gullet Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C155: Malignant neoplasm of lower third of esophagus
Also known as:
- Oral Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Tongue Cancer
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Tongue Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C01: Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Which procedures does Dr. Nielsen perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gradon Nielsen may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nielsen's office.
Does Dr. Nielsen accept my insurance?
Dr. Nielsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 466-8683 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nielsen accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Nielsen in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nielsen's office located?
Dr. Gradon Nielsen's Primary Practice
6251 E Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 200
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 466-8683
What is Dr. Nielsen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nielsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669868774.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nielsen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nielsen
What is Dr. Gradon Nielsen's specialty?
Dr. Nielsen is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Norfolk, VA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Nielsen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gradon Nielsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nielsen is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General 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 Gradon Nielsen accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Gradon Nielsen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gradon Nielsen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nielsen's office at (757) 466-8683 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gradon Nielsen?
Please contact Dr. Nielsen's office at (757) 466-8683 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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