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Dr. Melvin Nutter, DO

Anesthesiologist

Reno, NV

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Nutter, Anesthesiologist in Reno, NV?

    Dr. Melvin Nutter, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Reno, NV with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Nutter graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Anesthesiology; Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nutter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nutter’s office at (775) 348-1313.

    Where did Dr. Nutter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Anesthesiology; Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine | Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Nutter board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Melvin Nutter, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Nutter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nutter typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nutter 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. Nutter. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Glaucoma
    • High eye pressure
    • Optic nerve damage
    • Ocular hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H409: Unspecified glaucoma

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    Also known as:

    • Pterygium
    • Eye Disease
    • Surfer's Eye
    • Farmer's Eye
    • Wing-shaped Growth on Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H11002: Unspecified pterygium of left eye

    Also known as:

    • Pterygium
    • Eye Disease
    • Surfer's Eye
    • Farmer's Eye
    • Conjunctival Growth
    • Wing-shaped Eye Growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H11001: Unspecified pterygium of right eye

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nutter typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Melvin Nutter may include:

    Please contact Dr. Nutter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Nutter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nutter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 348-1313 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nutter accept in Reno, NV?

    Dr. Nutter in Reno, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Care Network

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthScope

    • Humana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nutter's office located?

    Dr. Melvin Nutter's Primary Practice

    520 Hammill Ln

    Reno, NV 89511

    (775) 348-1313

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    Dr. Melvin Nutter's Practice 2

    1155 Mill St # M14

    Reno, NV 89502

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    What is Dr. Nutter's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Nutter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174560551.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nutter?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nutter

    What is Dr. Melvin Nutter's specialty?

    Dr. Nutter is an Anesthesiologist near Reno, NV.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Melvin Nutter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Nutter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Melvin Nutter accepting new patients in Reno, NV?

    Yes, Dr. Melvin Nutter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melvin Nutter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nutter's office at (775) 348-1313 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melvin Nutter?

    Please contact Dr. Nutter's office at (775) 348-1313 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nutter's office located?

    Dr. Nutter's office is located in Reno, NV.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melvin Nutter have?

    Dr. Melvin Nutter is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.