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Dr. Susan Nelson, MD

Dr. Susan Nelson, MD

Palatine, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nelson, Internist in Palatine, IL?

    Dr. Susan Nelson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Palatine, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nelson graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed her residency at Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, 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 (847) 459-7860.

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

    • Residency: Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nelson board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Susan 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Which procedures does Dr. Nelson perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Susan 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 (847) 459-7860 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Palatine, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Northshore University Healthsystem

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Susan Nelson's Primary Practice

    1200 W Algonquin Rd

    Palatine, IL 60067

    (847) 459-7860

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    Dr. Susan Nelson's Practice 2

    1051 W Rand Rd

    Arlington Heights, IL 60004

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    Dr. Susan Nelson's Practice 3

    15 S McHenry Rd

    Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

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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 1144208612.

    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. Susan Nelson's specialty?

    Dr. Nelson is a Internist near Palatine, IL.

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

    Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with USC Arcadia Hospital 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

    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 Susan Nelson accepting new patients in Palatine, IL?

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

    Does Dr. Susan Nelson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (847) 459-7860 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Susan Nelson?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (847) 459-7860 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Nelson have?

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

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