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Who is Dr. Nielsen, Neurologist in Carlsbad, CA?
Dr. Amy Nielsen, DO is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Carlsbad, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Nielsen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nielsen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nielsen’s office at (760) 631-3000.
Is Dr. Nielsen board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Amy Nielsen, DO is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Nielsen speak?
Dr. Nielsen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Nielsen typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Nielsen 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. Nielsen. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Nielsen typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Nielsen 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. Nielsen. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Greater Occipital Nerve Block
- Occipital Nerve Injection
- Headache Nerve Block
- Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
CPT Codes:
- 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Additional Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
- Multiple Punch Biopsies
- Second Skin Biopsy
- Additional Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
- 11105: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Nielsen accept my insurance?
Dr. Nielsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 631-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nielsen accept in Carlsbad, CA?
Dr. Nielsen in Carlsbad, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nielsen's office located?
Dr. Amy Nielsen's Primary Practice
6010 Hidden Valley Rd Ste 200
Carlsbad, CA 92011
(760) 631-3000
Ratings & Reviews
2.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
30% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
20% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Amy Nielsen a Fair overall experience rating of 2 out of 5 stars. Dr. Nielsen has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Nielsen, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Nielsen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nielsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730110529.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nielsen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nielsen
What is Dr. Amy Nielsen's specialty?
Dr. Nielsen is a Neurologist near Carlsbad, CA.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Amy Nielsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nielsen is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Amy Nielsen accepting new patients in Carlsbad, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amy Nielsen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amy Nielsen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nielsen's office at (760) 631-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amy Nielsen?
Please contact Dr. Nielsen's office at (760) 631-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amy Nielsen have?
Dr. Amy Nielsen is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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