
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelligan, Family Medicine Specialist in Essex, CT?
Dr. Elizabeth Nelligan, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Essex, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Nelligan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelligan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelligan’s office at (860) 767-8265.
Is Dr. Nelligan board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Nelligan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nelligan speak?
Dr. Nelligan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nelligan typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nelligan 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. Nelligan. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nelligan typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Elizabeth Nelligan may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Nelligan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nelligan accept my insurance?
Dr. Nelligan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 767-8265 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelligan accept in Essex, CT?
Dr. Nelligan in Essex, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Government Employees Health Association
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nelligan's office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Nelligan's Primary Practice
147 Westbrook Rd
Essex, CT 06426
(860) 767-8265
What is Dr. Nelligan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nelligan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174663884.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nelligan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nelligan
What is Dr. Elizabeth Nelligan's specialty?
Dr. Nelligan is a Family Medicine Specialist near Essex, CT.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Nelligan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nelligan is affiliated with Middlesex Hospital, Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, Griffin Hospital, Midstate Medical Center, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elizabeth Nelligan accepting new patients in Essex, CT?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Nelligan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Nelligan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelligan's office at (860) 767-8265 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Nelligan?
Please contact Dr. Nelligan's office at (860) 767-8265 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elizabeth Nelligan have?
Dr. Elizabeth Nelligan is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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