KAREN E. NELSON DO – NPI #1447660097
Orthopaedic Surgery
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
KAREN NELSON is an orthopaedic surgeon located in LAS VEGAS, NV. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1447660097 to KAREN NELSON on May 05, 2014. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. She is also known by her former name KAREN EILEEN DAWSON. The primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 207X00000X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Orthopaedic Surgery.
The NPI profile was previously updated about 4 years ago on Nov 10, 2022. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for KAREN NELSON below.
NPI Profile for
KAREN E. NELSON
(more than 12 years ago)
LAS VEGAS, NV 89102 Phone: (702) 383-2663 Fax: (702) 383-2682
1 Other location(s):
Clinton Township, MI 48038-3504
Phone: (586) 263-2976
LAS VEGAS, NV 89102 Phone: (702) 383-2000 Fax:
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A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.
| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 207X00000X - Orthopaedic Surgery (Primary) |
NV | DO2610 |
The taxonomy codes are selected by the provider at the time of NPI registration. Selection of a taxonomy code does not replace any credentialing or validation process that the provider requesting the code should complete.
Additional Information
- Refer to Part B
- Order Durable Medical Equipment
- Refer to Home Health Agency
- Order Power Mobility Devices
KAREN NELSON is affiliated with the following medical group(s):
- HOSPITAL
- UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER1800 W CHARLESTON BLVD
LAS VEGAS, NV 89102
- UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER1800 W CHARLESTON BLVD
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