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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelson, Adult Medicine Specialist in Valley Village, CA?
Dr. Cary Nelson, MD is an Adult Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Valley Village, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nelson completed his residency at Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (424) 237-2622.
Where did Dr. Nelson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital
What languages does Dr. Nelson speak?
Dr. Nelson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Adult Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nelson typically treat?
As an Adult Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Adult Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nelson typically perform?
As an Adult Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Cary Nelson may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nelson accept my insurance?
Dr. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (424) 237-2622 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Valley Village, CA?
Dr. Nelson in Valley Village, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?
Dr. Cary Nelson's Primary Practice
12626 Riverside Dr Ste 510
Valley Village, CA 91607
(424) 237-2622
What is Dr. Nelson's NPI number?An 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 1215018486.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nelson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nelson
What is Dr. Cary Nelson's specialty?
Dr. Nelson is a Adult Medicine Specialist near Valley Village, CA.
What does an Adult Medicine Specialist do?
The NUCC advises against using this code and suggests selecting a more suitable one.
Is this Dr. Cary Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Adult Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Cary Nelson accepting new patients in Valley Village, CA?
Yes, Dr. Cary Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cary Nelson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (424) 237-2622 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cary Nelson?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (424) 237-2622 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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