31 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Nelson, Neurologist in Miami, FL?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Nelson?
Dr. Flavia Nelson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Nelson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Multiple Sclerosis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Miami, FL community, Dr. Nelson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Nelson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Texas Health Science Center
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center
Medical School: UACH Faculty Of Medicine
Is Dr. Nelson board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Flavia Nelson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
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 a Neurologist like Dr. Nelson typically treat?
As a Neurologist, 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:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Neuromyelitis Optica
- Autoimmune Disease
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Neuromyelitis optica
- NMO
- Devic's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G360: Neuromyelitis optica [Devic]
Also known as:
- Acute Transverse Myelitis
- Neurologic Disease
- Spinal Cord Disease
- ATM
- Spinal cord inflammation
- Myelitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G373: Acute transverse myelitis in demyelinating disease of central nervous system
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Nelson typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Flavia Nelson may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
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 (612) 672-7422 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Nelson in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Nelson affiliated with?
Dr. Nelson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Nelson's NPI number?A 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 1891722518.
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. Flavia Nelson's specialty?
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.