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Dr. Michael Nelson, MD

Dr. Michael Nelson, MD

Nashville, TN

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Nelson, Internist in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Michael Nelson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nelson completed his residency at Providence Hosp Med Ctrs, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (615) 227-3000.

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

    • Residency: Providence Hosp Med Ctrs, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry

    Is Dr. Nelson board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Lipid Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Cholesterol Screening
    • Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Panel Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • HIV Screening Test
    • HIV Test
    • AIDS Test
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z114: Encounter for screening for human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

    Which procedures does Dr. Nelson perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Michael Nelson may include:

    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 (615) 227-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Nelson in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Michael Nelson's Primary Practice

    2700 Gallatin Pike Ste A

    Nashville, TN 37216

    (615) 227-3000

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    Dr. Michael Nelson's Practice 2

    6606 Charlotte Pike Ste 104

    Nashville, TN 37209

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    Dr. Michael Nelson's Practice 3

    291 Indian Lake Blvd

    Hendersonville, TN 37075

    (615) 265-5008

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    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 1851396303.

    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. Michael Nelson's specialty?

    Dr. Nelson is a Internist near Nashville, TN.

    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. Michael Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Nelson 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Michael Nelson accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Nelson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (615) 227-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Nelson?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (615) 227-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Nelson have?

    Dr. Michael Nelson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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