Expertise in
29
conditions

Dr. James A. Nelson

Pediatric Cardiology
Center For Advanced Pediatrics
2174 N Druid Hills Rd NE, 
Atlanta, GA 
Accepting New Patients
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Expertise in
29
conditions
Center For Advanced Pediatrics
2174 N Druid Hills Rd NE, 
Atlanta, GA 

Overview

James Nelson is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia.

Dr. Nelson is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Double Outlet Right Ventricle, Pulmonary Atresia, Mitral Atresia, and Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS).

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Nelson is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Pediatric Cardiology

Licenses

Pediatric Cardiology in GA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Alliant Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

Center For Advanced Pediatrics
2174 N Druid Hills Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30329

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

1 Total Publications

LDL-C lowering in patients treated with bempedoic acid in a real-world cohort.
LDL-C lowering in patients treated with bempedoic acid in a real-world cohort.
Journal: Atherosclerosis plus
Published: November 24, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James A. Nelson

How do I make an appointment with Dr. James A. Nelson?

You can book an appointment with Dr. James A. Nelson by calling their office at 404-256-2593. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. James A. Nelson a top-rated expert for Double Outlet Right Ventricle?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James A. Nelson is classified as an Advanced expert for Double Outlet Right Ventricle, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. James A. Nelson specialize in?

While Dr. James A. Nelson is a Pediatric Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Double Outlet Right Ventricle, Pulmonary Atresia, and Mitral Atresia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Cardiology.

Does Dr. James A. Nelson participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. James A. Nelson has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Double Outlet Right Ventricle. You can view a list of Dr. James A. Nelson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. James A. Nelson accept my insurance?

Dr. James A. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 404-256-2593 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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