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Dr. Steven Nelson, MD

Kansas City, MO

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nelson, Family Medicine Specialist in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Steven Nelson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Nelson graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Baptist Health System Program. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (816) 781-4740.

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

    • Residency: Baptist Health System Program

    • Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nelson board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Nelson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family 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 Family 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Stress
    • Mental strain
    • Emotional pressure
    • Anxiety

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z733: Stress, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

    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:

    • Seasonal Allergies
    • Allergy
    • Hay fever
    • Seasonal allergic rhinitis
    • Pollen allergy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Steven 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 (816) 781-4740 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Kansas City, MO?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Steven Nelson's Primary Practice

    9151 NE 81st Ter Ste 100

    Kansas City, MO 64158

    (816) 781-4740

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    Dr. Steven Nelson's Practice 2

    2525 Glenn Hendren Dr

    Liberty, MO 64068

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    Dr. Steven Nelson's Practice 3

    6311 N Cosby Ave

    Kansas City, MO 64151

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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 1164486908.

    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. Steven Nelson's specialty?

    Dr. Nelson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Kansas City, MO. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Nelson to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Liberty Hospital, North Kansas City 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Steven Nelson accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?

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

    Does Dr. Steven Nelson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (816) 781-4740 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Steven Nelson?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (816) 781-4740 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Nelson have?

    Dr. Steven Nelson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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