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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afonso, Internist in Berkley, MI?
Dr. Nelia Afonso, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Berkley, MI with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Afonso completed her residency at Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Afonso is fluent in English, Hindi, and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afonso’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afonso’s office at (248) 551-0615.
Where did Dr. Afonso go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Goa Med Coll- Goa Univ- Panaji- Daman & Diu- Goa- India
Is Dr. Afonso board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Nelia Afonso, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Afonso speak?
Dr. Afonso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Portuguese
What conditions does Dr. Afonso treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Afonso 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. Afonso. 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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 Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- Pernicious Anemia
- B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D510: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia due to intrinsic factor deficiency
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Involuntary Weight Loss
- Significant Weight Loss
- Unintentional Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R634: Abnormal weight loss
Which procedures does Dr. Afonso perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nelia Afonso may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Afonso's office.
Does Dr. Afonso accept my insurance?
Dr. Afonso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 551-0615 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afonso accept in Berkley, MI?
Dr. Afonso in Berkley, MI 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Afonso's office located?
Dr. Nelia Afonso's Primary Practice
1949 W 12 Mile Rd Ste 100
Berkley, MI 48072
(248) 551-0615
What is Dr. Afonso's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afonso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477590073.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afonso?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afonso
What is Dr. Nelia Afonso's specialty?
Dr. Afonso is a Internist near Berkley, MI.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Afonso to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Nelia Afonso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afonso is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Nelia Afonso accepting new patients in Berkley, MI?
Yes, Dr. Nelia Afonso is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nelia Afonso offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afonso's office at (248) 551-0615 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nelia Afonso?
Please contact Dr. Afonso's office at (248) 551-0615 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nelia Afonso have?
Dr. Nelia Afonso is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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