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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nielsen, Nephrologist in Huntersville, NC?
Dr. Jeffrey Nielsen, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Huntersville, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Nielsen graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Nephrology; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nielsen is fluent in English and Danish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nielsen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nielsen’s office.
Where did Dr. Nielsen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Nephrology; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville | University of Florida College of Medicine
Is Dr. Nielsen board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Nielsen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nielsen speak?
Dr. Nielsen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Danish
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Nielsen typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Nielsen typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jeffrey Nielsen may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Nielsen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nielsen accept my insurance?
Dr. Nielsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nielsen accept in Huntersville, NC?
Dr. Nielsen in Huntersville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nielsen's office located?
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 1841244787.
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. Jeffrey Nielsen's specialty?
Dr. Nielsen is a Nephrologist near Huntersville, NC.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Jeffrey Nielsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nielsen is affiliated with Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jeffrey Nielsen accepting new patients in Huntersville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Nielsen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Nielsen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nielsen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Nielsen?
Please contact Dr. Nielsen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jeffrey Nielsen have?
Dr. Jeffrey Nielsen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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