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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nielson, Cardiologist in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Kenneth (kris) Nielson, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Nielson graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine and completed his residency at Maine Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; L D S Hospital, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nielson is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nielson’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nielson’s office.
Where did Dr. Nielson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maine Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; L D S Hospital, Internal Medicine | Stanford University Hospital | L D S HOSPITAL
Medical School: University of Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut | University of Utah Sch of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nielson speak?
Dr. Nielson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Nielson typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Nielson 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. Nielson. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Long-standing Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Chronic AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Permanent AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4811: Longstanding persistent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Nielson typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kenneth (kris) Nielson may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Nielson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nielson accept my insurance?
Dr. Nielson 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. Nielson accept in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Nielson in Salt Lake City, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
Selman and company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nielson's office located?
Dr. Kenneth (kris) Nielson's Primary Practice
1160 E 3900 S Ste 2000
Salt Lake City, UT 84124
What is Dr. Nielson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nielson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063404929.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nielson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nielson
What is Dr. Kenneth (kris) Nielson's specialty?
Dr. Nielson is a Cardiologist near Salt Lake City, UT.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Kenneth (kris) Nielson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nielson is affiliated with St. Mark's Hospital - Salt Lake City, Ut, Lone Peak Hospital 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kenneth (kris) Nielson accepting new patients in Salt Lake City, UT?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth (kris) Nielson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth (kris) Nielson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nielson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth (kris) Nielson?
Please contact Dr. Nielson's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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