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Dr. Douglas Nelson, MD

Louisville, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nelson, Medical Oncologist in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Douglas Nelson, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nelson graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine and completed his residency at San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Hematology/Oncology; San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (502) 629-4440.

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

    • Residency: San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Hematology/Oncology; San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda | Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nelson board certified in Medical Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas 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 Medical Oncologist, 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:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Cancer Immunotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy
    • Oncology immunotherapy
    • Immune therapy for cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
    • Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of cecum
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C180: Malignant neoplasm of cecum
    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    Also known as:

    • High White Blood Cell Count
    • Low White Blood Cell Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Leukocytosis
    • Elevated leukocyte count
    • High WBC count
    • Leukopenia
    • Low WBC count
    • Immune system weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
    • D72819: Decreased white blood cell count, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Cancer
    • Gastric Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
    • Stomach Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Thrombocytopenia
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Low platelet count
    • Platelet deficiency
    • Bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Other benign neuroendocrine growths
    • Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors

    Also known as:

    • High Antibody Levels
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Elevated Antibody Titer
    • Increased Antibodies
    • Positive Antibody Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R760: Raised antibody titer

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Blood clot in lung
    • Lung embolism
    • PE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    • Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
    • GIST
    • GI stromal tumor
    • Stomach and bowel tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C49A0: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor, unspecified site

    Which procedures does Dr. Nelson perform as a Medical Oncologist?

    As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Douglas 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 (502) 629-4440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Louisville, KY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

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    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Nelson's Primary Practice

    676 S Floyd St Ste 200

    Louisville, KY 40202

    (502) 629-4440

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    Dr. Douglas Nelson's Practice 2

    438 Adam Shepherd Pkwy Ste 1

    Shepherdsville, KY 40165

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    Dr. Douglas Nelson's Practice 3

    1515 Holcombe Blvd

    Houston, TX 77030

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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 1497720049.

    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. Douglas Nelson's specialty?

    Dr. Nelson is a Medical Oncologist near Louisville, KY. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Nelson to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Norton 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

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    Is Douglas Nelson accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?

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

    Does Dr. Douglas Nelson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (502) 629-4440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Douglas Nelson?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (502) 629-4440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Nelson have?

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

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