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Dr. James Olson, MD

Reno, NV

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Olson, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Reno, NV?

    Dr. James Olson, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Reno, NV. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Olson graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Olson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Olson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Olson’s office at (775) 828-2873.

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

    • Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery | La Co Harbor UCLA Med Center | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo | Saint Louis University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Olson board certified in Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. James Olson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Olson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Olson treat?

    As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Olson 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. Olson. 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Upper Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Thoracic Spine Pain
    • Mid-Back Pain
    • Thoracic Back Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M546: Pain in thoracic spine

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Scoliosis
    • Curved Spine
    • Spinal Curvature
    • Backbone Curve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M419: Scoliosis, unspecified

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Olson perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. James Olson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Olson's office.

    Does Dr. Olson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Olson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 828-2873 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Renown Health / Hometown Health

    • State of Nevada

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    Where is Dr. Olson's office located?

    Dr. James Olson's Primary Practice

    6630 S McCarran Blvd Ste A4

    Reno, NV 89509

    (775) 828-2873

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

    Dr. Olson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659357580.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Olson?

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

    What is Dr. James Olson's specialty?

    Dr. Olson is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Reno, NV. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Olson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Olson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Olson is affiliated with Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center 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 Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    Explore Orthopedic Spine Surgeon 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 James Olson accepting new patients in Reno, NV?

    Yes, Dr. James Olson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Olson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Olson's office at (775) 828-2873 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Olson?

    Please contact Dr. Olson's office at (775) 828-2873 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Olson have?

    Dr. James Olson is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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