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Who is Dr. Nelson, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Lance Nelson, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (319) 384-7888.
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 Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nelson typically treat?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Anorexia Nervosa (Restricting Type)
- Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
- Eating Disorder
- Restrictive Anorexia
- Anorexia without Binging
- Self-Starvation
- ARFID
- Selective eating disorder
- Food avoidance disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F5001: Anorexia nervosa, restricting type
- F5082: Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder
Also known as:
- Anorexia Nervosa, Binge Eating/Purging Type
- Eating Disorder
- Anorexia with binging and purging
- Purging anorexia
- Binge-purge anorexia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F5002: Anorexia nervosa, binge eating/purging type
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
What procedures does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nelson typically perform?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, 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:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Does Dr. Nelson accept my insurance?
Dr. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 384-7888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Nelson in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
HealthPartners
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?
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 1568813269.
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. Lance Nelson's specialty?
Dr. Nelson is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL.
Is this Dr. Lance Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nelson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago, Lee Memorial 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 an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lance Nelson accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Lance Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lance Nelson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (319) 384-7888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lance Nelson?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (319) 384-7888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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