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Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD

(Dr. Austin T. Nelson, M.D.)

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Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology

Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine (2006)

Professional interests include: inflammatory bowel disease, eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), chronic pancreatitis, and more.

5995 Zeamer Avenue
Jber, AK 99506

(907) 580-2632

Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD is a gastroenterologist in Anchorage, AK specializing in adult gastroenterology. He graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine in 2006 and has 19 years of experience. Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD is affiliated with Providence, Alaska Regional Hospital and Providence Alaska Medical Center.

Office Locations

3851 Piper Street Suite U466
Anchorage, AK 99508

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5995 Zeamer Avenue
Jber, AK 99506

(907) 580-2632

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Some issues Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD can help you with:

Anorexia

Anorexia nervosa, commonly referred to as anorexia, is a disorder where people severely restrict the types and quantity of food they eat. People with anorexia have an extreme fear of eating and gaining weight, and may perceive weight loss as a way to achieve happiness. They may repeatedly weigh themselves or engage in harmful behaviors such as excessive exercise or starvation. Those with anorexia often find themselves preoccupied with food, but unable to consume a normal amount of it, resulting in symptoms such as:

-Abnormally low BMI (body mass index)

-Vitamin deficiency

-Fatigue

-Fainting

-Amenorrhea (lack of menstruation in women)

-Emaciation

-Poor wound healing

-Anemia

-Irregular heart rhythms

Anorexia may also cause bluish discoloration of the hands, brittle and falling out hair, yellowish skin, and lanugo (fine, downy hair). These physical symptoms are frequently accompanied by altered behaviors and emotions. Those with anorexia may feel compelled to hide their weight and actions from others. For example, someone with anorexia may wear oversized or baggy clothing to conceal weight loss or may deny hunger or lie about the amount of food that he or she consumes. Some people with anorexia may withdraw from social activities and may experience irritability and depression.

People of all ages, genders, and races may be diagnosed with anorexia; however, the condition affects more women than men. There is no single known cause for anorexia, but biological, psychological, and environmental factors may play a role. Athletes who participate in certain sports that emphasize body shape and size (such as ballet, figure skating, and wrestling) may be more likely to develop anorexia.

Anorexia has two subtypes that are referred to as the restrictive type and binge-purge type.

Restrictive type is the more frequently represented form of anorexia, involving the extreme restriction of food. Binge-purge type anorexia is food restriction accompanied by episodes of binging (eating large quantities of food) and purging (vomiting). Binge-purge type anorexia differs from bulimia as people with this type of anorexia severely limit calories and purge most of what they eat and are generally underweight, while those with bulimia are in a normal weight range. Left untreated, both types of anorexia have severe and life-threatening effects on health. Anorexia can lead to heart failure and even death.

Many people do not consciously develop anorexia, and have difficulty seeking treatment. For this reason, early detection and treatment helps with long-term recovery outcomes. Treatment for anorexia can vary from therapy visits to inpatient treatment, depending on the severity of a person's anorexia. Severe anorexia is typically treated in inpatient rehabilitation facilities, where patients increase their food consumption and gain weight under medical supervision. Eating disorder specialists provide therapy sessions and oversee a physical and mental treatment plan. Outpatient programs help patients return to a healthy weight through frequent talk therapy or cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) sessions, specialized nutrition plans, and eating disorder support groups. Anorexia treatment aims to not only restore physical health and correct negative behaviors, but to also promote psychological well-being and self-confidence.

Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy is the use of a special tool called a colonoscope (a thin, flexible tube with a camera on the end) to examine the inside of the colon and rectum. The tube is typically inserted anally, and it allows the physician to examine the large intestine from the inside. It may be done at any time to diagnose bowel problems, but routine colonoscopies are advised after the age of 50 to screen for colon cancer.

A colonoscopy may be performed to diagnose:

Intestinal ulcers
Polyps
Bowel cancer
An unidentified source of pain or bleeding in the intestine

Patients may be asked to drink only liquids in the days before a colonoscopy, or they may be given an enema to remove residual fecal matter. Before the exam, patients are given medication to help them relax, and then lay on their side on a table. The scope is inserted into the anus and gently moved all the way through the large intestine. Air may be pumped into the intestine to improve the view for the physician. Any polyps that are found will be removed. Then the colonoscope will be withdrawn. A colonoscopy is not usually painful, but patients may feel some bloating or have some cramps right afterward. If patients have polyps removed, they might experience a small amount of bleeding. Any side effects should go away within a few hours.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD in 2023

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In 2023, Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD had a list price for hospital care, inpatient care, and inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital) that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of providers in related specialties within Alaska. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD in 2013

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD treated during 2013 were high cholesterol, hypertension, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	55
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	64
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD in 2014

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD treated during 2014 were high cholesterol and hypertension.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	34
Female	56

**Age**
From 65 to 74	44
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD in 2015

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD treated during 2015 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and depression.

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	33
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Anchorage, AK during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	177
doctor visit	257
gastrointestinal procedures	189
hospital care	73
inpatient care	73
minimally invasive procedures	189
preventive care	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	177

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	130
Female	156

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	241
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	12
Other	0
Native American	11

**Age**
From 65 to 74	161
From 75 to 84	82
85 and over	12
Less than 65	31

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	23
Dementia	9
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Anchorage, AK during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	314
doctor visit	395
gastrointestinal procedures	356
hospital care	109
inpatient care	109
minimally invasive procedures	356
preventive care	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	314

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	185
Female	218

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	337
Black	14
Hispanic	0
Asian	23
Other	0
Native American	11

**Age**
From 65 to 74	221
From 75 to 84	116
85 and over	33
Less than 65	33

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	4
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	24
Dementia	9
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Anchorage, AK during 2021 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	386
doctor visit	380
esophageal dilation	14
gastrointestinal procedures	465
hospital care	139
injections	16
inpatient care	139
minimally invasive procedures	465
preventive care	11
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	386
stent placement (stenting)	14

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	198
Female	237

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	360
Black	18
Hispanic	17
Asian	0
Other	18
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	228
From 75 to 84	131
85 and over	25
Less than 65	51

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	26
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Anchorage, AK during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	313
doctor visit	310
gastrointestinal procedures	355
hospital care	99
injections	18
inpatient care	99
minimally invasive procedures	355
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	313

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	178
Female	252

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	351
Black	14
Hispanic	0
Asian	24
Other	23
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	220
From 75 to 84	132
85 and over	38
Less than 65	40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD treated during 2022 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	28
Dementia	4
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Anchorage, AK during 2023 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	385
doctor visit	296
esophageal dilation	16
gastrointestinal procedures	461
hospital care	72
inpatient care	72
minimally invasive procedures	461
preventive care	40
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	385

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	242
Female	260

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	414
Black	20
Hispanic	0
Asian	28
Other	21
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	281
From 75 to 84	147
85 and over	28
Less than 65	46

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD treated during 2023 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	25
Dementia	4
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Anchorage, AK were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

diagnostic procedures	315
doctor visit	327
esophageal dilation	15
gastrointestinal procedures	365
hospital care	98
injections	17
inpatient care	98
minimally invasive procedures	365
preventive care	18
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	315
stent placement (stenting)	14

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	120
Female	147

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	8
Asian / Pacific Islander	10
Non-Hispanic White	212
Hispanic	2
Native American / Alaskan Native	2
Other	7

**Age**
75 to 84	76
85 and over	17
Less than 65	25
65 to 74	144

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD From 2013 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	15
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Dementia	4
Cancer	8

Education & Training

Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine in 2006. He completed residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine and has a state license in Nebraska.

Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine (2006)

Residency: Wilford Hall Medical Center

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Nebraska

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Providence

Alaska Regional Hospital

Providence Alaska Medical Center

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Austin Tyler Nelson, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
AbbVie Inc.	$1,232 Rinvoq $435	Skyrizi $273	Humira $247	Mavyret $136	LINZESS $81	Other $59
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.	$675 ENTYVIO $636	$39
Janssen Biotech, Inc.	$542 STELARA $499	Tremfya $42
Gilead Sciences, Inc.	$284 Epclusa $73	Harvoni $13	$198
AbbVie, Inc.	$253 Humira $240	Technivie $14
Other	$1,542 ZEPOSIA $198	DUPIXENT $190	PLENVU $92	XIFAXAN $89	METAL STENTS - G.I. $85	Other $889

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$4,347
Education	$181

Biography

Dr. Austin Nelson's specialty is adult gastroenterology. Dr. Nelson's areas of expertise include achalasia, celiac disease, and gastric (stomach) ulcer. He attended medical school at Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine. His training includes a residency program at Wilford Hall Medical Center. His professional affiliations include Alaska Regional Hospital and Providence Alaska Medical Center.

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