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Dr. Ronald Nelson, DO

College Station, TX

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Ronald Nelson, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in College Station, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Nelson graduated from University Of North Texas Health Science Center and completed his residency at Scott & White Mem Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Scott & White Mem Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office.

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

    • Residency: Scott & White Mem Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Scott & White Mem Hosp, Family Medicine | Scott and White Memorial Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University Of N Tx Hlth Sci Ctr- Tx Coll Osteo Med- Ft Worth Tx | University Of North Texas Health Science Center

    Is Dr. Nelson board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Ronald Nelson, DO 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

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Nelson treat?

    As a 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Local Skin Infection
    • Skin Infection
    • Skin bacterial infection
    • Subcutaneous tissue infection
    • Localized skin infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection
    • Sore Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Other General Medical Examination
    • Health Checkup
    • General Health Checkup
    • Comprehensive Medical Exam
    • Miscellaneous Physical Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z008: Encounter for other general examination

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, 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

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillitis
    • Inflamed Tonsils
    • Tonsil Infection
    • Sore Tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Nelson perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ronald 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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • MedImpact

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Ronald Nelson's Primary Practice

    1700 University Dr E

    College Station, TX 77840

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    Dr. Ronald Nelson's Practice 2

    209 Speight Ave Fl 4

    Waco, TX 76706

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    Dr. Ronald Nelson's Practice 3

    700 Scott and White Dr

    College Station, TX 77845

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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 1386605202.

    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. Ronald Nelson's specialty?

    Dr. Nelson is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near College Station, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Nelson to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Ascension Providence 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Ronald Nelson accepting new patients in College Station, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Ronald Nelson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ronald Nelson?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald Nelson have?

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

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