Summary

Dr. James Olson specializes in orthopedic surgery with advanced training in orthopedic spine surgery. He earned his medical degree from St. Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at UCLA Medical Center. With three decades of practice experience, Dr. Olson brings extensive knowledge to treating complex bone, joint, and spine conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Olson practices throughout Reno, Nevada, with privileges at multiple facilities including Northern Nevada Medical Center, Renown South Meadows Medical Center, and Saint Marys Regional Medical Center. His expertise includes treating arthritis-related joint pain and knee pain conditions. He performs specialized procedures such as bursa aspiration to reduce joint inflammation and incorporates physical therapy and strength training into patient care plans. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 31 years of experience
  • 44 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 12 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Provided follow-up after the visit
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. James Heber Olson has 6 locations

Nevada Spinal And Orthopedic Surgery

6630 S Mccarran Blvd Ste A2Reno, NV 89509
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Renown Regional Medical Center

1155 Mill StReno, NV 89502

Renown Regional Medical Center Roseview Surgery

1155 Mill StReno, NV 89502
Mon7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Irvine School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Heber Olson

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • ATRIO Health Plans
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Health Plan of Nevada
  • Health Plan of Nevada - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners
  • Hometown Health
  • Hometown Health - HMO
  • Hometown Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Heber Olson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Heber Olson has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Spinal Fractures
  • Spinal Stenosis

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Dr. James Heber Olson holds an active medical license in the state of Nevada.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Nevada that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucla Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from St Louis University School Of Medicine in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Olson's NPI number is 1659357580.

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What languages does Dr. James Olson speak?
Dr. James Olson speaks English and Spanish.
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