Dr. Nelson Santos, MD
Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Pediatric Emergency Specialist
,Pediatrician
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
Wilmington, DE
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Santos, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Nelson Santos, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Santos completed his residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia. He is a member of the International Association of HealthCare Professionals. Dr. Santos is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santos’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santos’s office.
Where did Dr. Santos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia
Medical School: University Catol Madre Y Maestra (Ucmm)- Fac De Cien Med- Santiago
Is Dr. Santos board certified in Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
Yes, Dr. Nelson Santos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Santos speak?
Dr. Santos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Santos treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Santos 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. Santos. 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.
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Enterovirus Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
- Enteroviral disease
- Intestinal virus infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
- B341: Enterovirus infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6592: Unspecified nonsuppurative otitis media, left ear
Which procedures does Dr. Santos perform as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by a Dr. Nelson Santos may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Santos' office.
Does Dr. Santos accept my insurance?
Dr. Santos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santos accept in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Santos in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Capital BlueCross
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
State of Delaware
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Santos' office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
International Association of HealthCare Professionals
Member
What is Dr. Santos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831280171.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santos
What is Dr. Nelson Santos's specialty?
Dr. Santos is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Wilmington, DE. A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions. Contact Dr. Santos to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nelson Santos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Santos is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nemours Childrens Hospital - Delaware. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Nelson Santos accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?
Yes, Dr. Nelson Santos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nelson Santos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santos's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nelson Santos?
Please contact Dr. Santos's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nelson Santos have?
Dr. Nelson Santos is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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