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Dr. Randolph Nelson, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Houston, TX

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nelson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Randolph Nelson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Nelson completed his residency at Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (713) 757-7557.

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

    • Residency: Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nelson board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Randolph Nelson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nelson typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nelson typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Randolph Nelson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Nelson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 757-7557 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Houston, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Cigna Group

    • Driscoll Children's Hospital

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Regency ISNP Holdings

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    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Randolph Nelson's Primary Practice

    1401 St Joseph Pkwy

    Houston, TX 77002

    (713) 757-7557

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    What hospitals are Dr. Nelson affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Nelson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Corpus Christi Medical Center Bay Area,Corpus Christi, TX
    Christus Spohn Hospital - Kleberg,Kingsville, TX

    What is Dr. Nelson's NPI number?A 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 1508846742.

    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. Randolph Nelson's specialty?

    Dr. Nelson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Randolph Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Randolph Nelson accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Randolph Nelson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (713) 757-7557 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Randolph Nelson?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (713) 757-7557 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Nelson's office is located in Houston, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Randolph Nelson have?

    Dr. Randolph Nelson is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.