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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelson, Anesthesiologist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Lindsey Nelson, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Nelson completed his residency at University Hosp, Inc, Anesthesiology; University Hosp, Inc, General Surgery. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (740) 356-5000.
Where did Dr. Nelson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hosp, Inc, Anesthesiology; University Hosp, Inc, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn
Is Dr. Nelson board certified in Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Lindsey Nelson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
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 Anesthesiologist, 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Which procedures does Dr. Nelson perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lindsey Nelson may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
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 (740) 356-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Nelson in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Johns Hopkins
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?
Dr. Lindsey Nelson's Primary Practice
60 Livingston St Ste 300
Asheville, NC 28801
(740) 356-5000
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 1568478758.
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. Lindsey Nelson's specialty?
Dr. Nelson is a Anesthesiologist near Asheville, NC. 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. Contact Dr. Nelson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lindsey Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma 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 Anesthesiologist?
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Is Lindsey Nelson accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Lindsey Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lindsey Nelson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (740) 356-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lindsey Nelson?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (740) 356-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lindsey Nelson have?
Dr. Lindsey Nelson is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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