Dr. Nelson Prager, MD
Vail, CO
35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prager, Cardiologist in Vail, CO?
Dr. Nelson Prager, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Vail, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Prager graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Cardiovascular Diseases; Ami Presby Denver Hosp, Internal Medicine; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery. Dr. Prager is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prager’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prager’s office at (303) 750-0822.
Where did Dr. Prager go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Electrophysiology | (Cardiovascular Disease), BARNES HOSPITAL & WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, ST LOUIS, MO
Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Cardiovascular Diseases; Ami Presby Denver Hosp, Internal Medicine; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery | Barnes-Jewish Hospital | Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program
Medical School: University of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co | University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Prager board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Nelson Prager, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Prager speak?
Dr. Prager and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Prager treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Prager 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. Prager. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Heart Palpitations
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- R002: Palpitations
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
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 Pacemaker Part Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
- Pacemaker Component Care
- Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- AICD Management
- Defibrillator Adjustment
- ICD Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
Which procedures does Dr. Prager perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nelson Prager 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Prager's office.
Does Dr. Prager accept my insurance?
Dr. Prager accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 750-0822 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prager accept in Vail, CO?
Dr. Prager in Vail, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Prager's office located?
Dr. Nelson Prager's Primary Practice
180 S Frontage Rd W Ste 5900
Vail, CO 81657
(303) 750-0822
What is Dr. Prager's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prager's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952397895.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prager?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prager
What is Dr. Nelson Prager's specialty?
Dr. Prager is a Cardiologist near Vail, CO. 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. Contact Dr. Prager to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nelson Prager affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prager is affiliated with Wesley 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
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Is Nelson Prager accepting new patients in Vail, CO?
Yes, Dr. Nelson Prager is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nelson Prager offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prager's office at (303) 750-0822 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nelson Prager?
Please contact Dr. Prager's office at (303) 750-0822 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nelson Prager have?
Dr. Nelson Prager is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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