Dr. Nelson Santos, MD
Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Pediatric Emergency Specialist
,Pediatrician
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
Wilmington, DE
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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. 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 as a 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 a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Santos typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Santos typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Santos 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
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
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
State of Delaware
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Nelson Santos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santos is affiliated with Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Wilmington Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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