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Dr. Mark Nielsen, MD

Minneapolis, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nielsen, Internist in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Mark Nielsen, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nielsen graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Hennepin Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nielsen is fluent in English, 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 (952) 885-6060.

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

    • Residency: Hennepin Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Hennepin County Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Minnesota Med School

    Is Dr. Nielsen board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Mark 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

    What conditions does Dr. Nielsen treat?

    As a Internist, 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:

    • 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:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • High Blood Pressure
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • 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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Sugar
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Elevated Glucose
    • Unspecified High Blood Sugar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Which procedures does Dr. Nielsen perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Mark Nielsen may include:

    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 (952) 885-6060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nielsen accept in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Nielsen in Minneapolis, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • Genesis Health System

    • HealthPartners

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • State of Minnesota

    • State of Tennessee

    • Ucare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nielsen's office located?

    Dr. Mark Nielsen's Primary Practice

    2450 Riverside Ave

    Minneapolis, MN 55454

    (952) 885-6060

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    Dr. Mark Nielsen's Practice 2

    14500 99th Ave N Ste 100

    Maple Grove, MN 55369

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    Dr. Mark Nielsen's Practice 3

    15650 Cedar Ave

    Saint Paul, MN 55124

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    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 1609830843.

    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. Mark Nielsen's specialty?

    Dr. Nielsen is a Internist near Minneapolis, MN.

    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. Nielsen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Mark Nielsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nielsen is affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, Fairview Ridges Hospital, M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Mark Nielsen accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Nielsen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mark Nielsen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nielsen's office at (952) 885-6060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mark Nielsen?

    Please contact Dr. Nielsen's office at (952) 885-6060 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Nielsen have?

    Dr. Mark Nielsen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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