Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nielsen, Nephrologist in Morristown, NJ?
Dr. Earl Nielsen, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Morristown, NJ. He is board certified. Dr. Nielsen completed his residency at Kings County Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Nyu Hospitals Center, Internal Medicine; Lenox Hill Hosp, Internal Medicine; Maimonides Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Nielsen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nielsen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nielsen’s office at (973) 971-7165.
Where did Dr. Nielsen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kings County Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Nyu Hospitals Center, Internal Medicine; Lenox Hill Hosp, Internal Medicine; Maimonides Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Bellevue Hospital Center
Medical School: University of Vt Coll of Med, Burlington Vt
Is Dr. Nielsen board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Earl Nielsen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nielsen speak?
Dr. Nielsen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Nielsen treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Nielsen 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. Nielsen. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Persistent Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Persistent proteinuria
- Ongoing protein in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R801: Persistent proteinuria, unspecified
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:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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 Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, 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
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Nielsen perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Earl Nielsen may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nielsen's office.
Does Dr. Nielsen accept my insurance?
Dr. Nielsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 971-7165 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nielsen accept in Morristown, NJ?
Dr. Nielsen in Morristown, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ArcBest Corporation
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nielsen's office located?
Dr. Earl Nielsen's Primary Practice
435 South St Ste 210
Morristown, NJ 07960
(973) 971-7165
What is Dr. Nielsen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nielsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770550030.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nielsen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nielsen
What is Dr. Earl Nielsen's specialty?
Dr. Nielsen is a Nephrologist near Morristown, NJ. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Nielsen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Earl Nielsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nielsen is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown 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 Earl Nielsen accepting new patients in Morristown, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Earl Nielsen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Earl Nielsen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nielsen's office at (973) 971-7165 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Earl Nielsen?
Please contact Dr. Nielsen's office at (973) 971-7165 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Earl Nielsen have?
Dr. Earl Nielsen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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