24 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Nelson, Endocrinologist in Warwick, NY?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Nelson?
Dr. Peggy Nelson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Endocrinologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Nelson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Thyroid Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Warwick, NY community, Dr. Nelson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Nelson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Medical School: North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System Residency, Internal Medicine, ? MI State University College Human Medicine Fellowship, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, ? State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College o | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Nelson board certified as an Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Peggy Nelson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2009
What languages does Dr. Nelson speak?
Dr. Nelson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- French
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Nelson typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Nelson diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Nelson. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Nelson typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Nelson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Nelson. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 10006: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; each additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Nelson accept my insurance?
Dr. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 703-6999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Warwick, NY?
Dr. Nelson in Warwick, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?
Dr. Peggy Nelson's Primary Practice
75 Ronald Reagan Blvd
Warwick, NY 10990
(845) 703-6999
What hospitals are Dr. Nelson affiliated with?
Dr. Nelson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Member of Endocrine Society - American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists
What is Dr. Nelson's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013000629.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nelson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nelson