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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelson, Internist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Jason Nelson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nelson graduated from UNIVERSITY OF SINT EUSTATIVS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE and completed his residency at LSU HEALTH SCIENCES. 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 (318) 212-3821.
Where did Dr. Nelson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: UNIVERSITY OF SINT EUSTATIVS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Is Dr. Nelson board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Jason Nelson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 Internist, 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:
- Low Potassium
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Low Magnesium Levels
- Metabolic Disorder
- Hypomagnesemia
- Magnesium Deficiency
- Magnesium Imbalance
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8342: Hypomagnesemia
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Nelson perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jason Nelson may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (318) 212-3821 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Nelson in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ascension Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?
Dr. Jason Nelson's Primary Practice
8001 Youree Dr Ste 4007
Shreveport, LA 71115
(318) 212-3821
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 1700097235.
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. Jason Nelson's specialty?
Dr. Nelson is a Internist near Shreveport, LA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Nelson to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Jason Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels, CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center, Ochsner LSU Health - St. Mary 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Jason Nelson accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Jason Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jason Nelson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (318) 212-3821 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jason Nelson?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (318) 212-3821 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jason Nelson have?
Dr. Jason Nelson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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