John B Nelson, M.D.

Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

John B Nelson is a Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Overland Park, KS with over 51 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(913) 599-3800Overland Park, KS
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

With over 51 years in internal medicine, John B Nelson, M.D. is a long-established pulmonologist in Overland Park. A University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine graduate since 1975, he brings 51+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.

1 of 30 Internal Medicine providers in KSSee all Internal Medicine in Overland Park51+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 1565dNPPES updated 2022-02-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Kansas State Board of Healing Arts

Contact & Location

Practice Location

10550 Quivira Rd Suite 335, Overland Park, KS 66215-2306

Fax: (913) 599-3854
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
49%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%
Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+10%)42%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor

COPD
Higher than avg (+22%)42%

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow

US avg: 20.4%

↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+14%)36%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+12%)34%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-2%)32%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1975

    University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine

  2. 51 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicinePulmonary Disease in Overland ParkAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Pulmonologists specialize in respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea, and lung cancer screening. They manage patients on ventilators and perform bronchoscopies.

Taxonomy: 207RP1001X

Education & Training

University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine (Class of 1975)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 12035, Kansas City, KS 66112-0035

Differs from practice location

Virtual Pulmonary Disease Care With John B Nelson

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with John B Nelson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Overland Park required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John B Nelson

NPI records show Dr. Nelson as active with telehealth listed in Overland Park, KS. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (913) 599-3800.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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